Brewers' Historically Poor Start to 2025 Season

The Milwaukee Brewers have had a historically poor start to the 2025 MLB season, losing their first four games with a combined score of 47-15, the worst run differential since 1900. This negative start includes heavy losses to the New York Yankees and Kansas City Royals, marking the Brewers' first 0-4 start since 2015. Key reasons for the poor performance include a depleted pitching staff with significant injuries, leading to an overreliance on inexperienced players and a lack of velocity in their fastballs. Despite the rough beginning, Brewers' manager Pat Murphy remains optimistic that the team's fortunes will improve as they address these issues. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals have managed to capitalize on their opponents' weaknesses, notably with Kris Bubic's strong pitching performance and Jonathan India's return from a head injury. Milwaukee's struggles are exacerbated by several players landing on the injured list, including pitcher Aaron Civale, further challenging their roster depth.