Chad Patrick Shines in Brewers' Win Over Royals

Chad Patrick, a rookie right-hander for the Milwaukee Brewers, made a strong first major-league start against the Kansas City Royals, delivering 4 ⅔ scoreless innings with five strikeouts, helping the Brewers secure a 5-0 victory and breaking their four-game losing streak. Although Patrick didn't qualify for the win, he set the tone early by striking out Jonathan India and worked through challenging situations without conceding runs. With multiple starters injured, Patrick is expected to remain in the rotation, with a tentative start scheduled against the Cincinnati Reds. Despite the Brewers' difficult start to the season, Patrick's emergence offers hope for the team's pitching staff, as injuries, including Aaron Civale's placement on the injured list, necessitate his continued presence in the rotation.