Brewers Recall Craig Yoho as 27th Man for Doubleheader

Yoho joins the big league club from Triple-A Nashville for the second game of the series against the Mets.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The Milwaukee Brewers have recalled infielder Craig Yoho from their Triple-A affiliate in Nashville to serve as the 27th man for the second game of their Wednesday doubleheader against the New York Mets.

Why it matters

Major League Baseball allows teams to carry an extra 27th player for doubleheader games, giving clubs more roster flexibility to manage their pitching staff and position players across the two games.

The details

Yoho, who has spent the majority of the season with the Brewers' Triple-A team in Nashville, will provide additional depth for Milwaukee's roster as they take on the Mets in the second game of the day.

  • The Brewers recalled Yoho ahead of the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Mets.

The players

Craig Yoho

An infielder who has spent the majority of the 2026 season with the Brewers' Triple-A affiliate in Nashville.

Milwaukee Brewers

The Major League Baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

New York Mets

The Major League Baseball team based in New York City.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

Yoho will be available to play in the second game of the Brewers-Mets doubleheader on Wednesday.

The takeaway

The Brewers' decision to recall Yoho as the 27th man for their doubleheader against the Mets is a common roster move in Major League Baseball, allowing teams to add extra depth and flexibility for these unique scheduling situations.