Brewers Pitcher Kyle Harrison Set to Return Against Tigers

The 24-year-old hurler will make his next start after a minor knee and wrist injury scare.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 10:04pm

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Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Kyle Harrison is set to return to the mound in the team's upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers after a brief injury scare. Harrison, who has been impressive in his three starts this season with a 3.07 ERA and 15-to-4 strikeout-to-walk ratio, was recently dealing with a minor knee and wrist issue but will not need an IL stint. The Brewers turned to young pitcher Coleman Crow to make a spot start on Friday, but he was optioned back to Triple-A Memphis after just one day in the majors.

Why it matters

The Brewers are hoping to build on their strong start to the season, and having Harrison back in the rotation is a big boost. The 24-year-old was acquired in an offseason trade and has shown promise, so his health is crucial for Milwaukee's pitching staff.

The details

Harrison was initially pushed back a few days due to the knee and wrist injury, but it was quickly determined he would not need to go on the Injured List. He is now slated to make his next start on Tuesday, April 21, as the Brewers open a three-game series against the Tigers. In his three starts this season, Harrison has a 3.07 ERA and 15-to-4 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 14 2/3 innings pitched.

  • Harrison is scheduled to make his next start on Tuesday, April 21.
  • The Brewers-Tigers series runs from April 21-23.

The players

Kyle Harrison

A 24-year-old starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers who was acquired in an offseason trade and has impressed so far this season with a 3.07 ERA and 15-to-4 strikeout-to-walk ratio.

Coleman Crow

A young pitcher for the Brewers who made his MLB debut on Friday, pitching 5 1/3 innings and allowing two earned runs against the Miami Marlins, before being optioned back to Triple-A Memphis.

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What they’re saying

“Jackson Chourio progressed to taking swings for the first time today. Kyle Harrison is slated to make a start during the Detroit series.”

— Curt Hogg, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter

What’s next

The Brewers will monitor Harrison's progress as he returns from the minor injury and make sure he is fully healthy before his start against the Tigers on April 21.

The takeaway

After a brief scare, the Brewers have dodged a bullet with Kyle Harrison's injury and will get their promising young starter back on the mound next week against the Tigers. This is a big boost for Milwaukee's rotation as they look to build on their strong start to the 2026 season.