Murphy Holds Pratt Accountable | Milwaukee Brewers News

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

Brewers’ late-season slump hits a nerve as manager Pat Murphy delivers a hard-hitting message to rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt after a heartbreaking extra-innings loss to the Mets. Pratt admits he needs to sharpen his focus and hustle, acknowledging that while he’s not a power hitter yet, his defense and effort are vital. Murphy, known for holding players accountable even during winning streaks, made it clear that fundamentals aren’t negotiable — sending a message to the whole team. Pratt sees the benching as a wake-up call and vows to play “winning baseball” every time he steps on the field…