Pratt Bench Warms After Bunt Blunder | Odessa News

Odessa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Brewers rookie Cooper Pratt got a brutal lesson Tuesday night when manager Pat Murphy benched him mid-game for missing a bunt sign and failing to hustle on a bloop single — actions that sent a clear message: at the major league level, fundamentals like hustle and focus aren’t optional. Murphy, known for his high standards, used the moment to reinforce team expectations, emphasizing that this isn’t just about one player but about setting the tone for the entire roster. Pratt admitted his mistakes, acknowledging he needs to be better and vowed these lapses won’t repeat. The move was a wake-up…