Brewers Lefties DL Hall, Shane Drohan Are Different Sides of the Same Coin

The two pitchers have much in common despite their contrasting personalities

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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DL Hall and Shane Drohan, two left-handed pitching prospects in the Milwaukee Brewers' system, share many similarities despite their vastly different personalities. Both are 27-year-olds entering their age-27 season, have spent time on the prospect radar, and are now competing for a spot in the Brewers' pitching plans. While Hall is the more outgoing and energetic of the two, and Drohan is the quieter and more introspective, they possess comparable skillsets and are working to refine their arsenals this spring training.

Why it matters

The Brewers' depth in left-handed pitching prospects is on full display with Hall and Drohan, who represent different approaches but similar potential. Their competition for a roster spot highlights the team's wealth of pitching talent and the difficult decisions they may face in determining the final makeup of their staff.

The details

Hall is focused on regaining his lost velocity and adding a sweeper to his repertoire, while Drohan is working on pitch mix and introducing new offerings within at-bats. Both are stretching out as starters this spring, though they say they're willing to adapt to relief roles if needed. Hall's changeup and cutter give him options against right-handed batters, while Drohan relies more on his four-seamer, cutter, slider, and curveball.

  • Hall and Drohan were born just four months apart in 1998 and 1999, respectively.
  • This spring, the two lefties are in a quiet competition for priority position in the Brewers' pitching plans.

The players

DL Hall

A 27-year-old left-handed pitching prospect in the Milwaukee Brewers' system, known for his outgoing personality and as the team's resident sneakerhead.

Shane Drohan

A 27-year-old left-handed pitching prospect in the Milwaukee Brewers' system, described as the quieter and more introspective of the two, with a preference for history documentaries.

Brandon Woodruff

The Brewers pitcher with whom DL Hall has shared a locker since his first spring with the team.

Pat Murphy

The Brewers manager who chose DL Hall to pitch for Team Great Britain against a lefty-loaded Brewers lineup to get him work in left-on-left matchups.

Chris Hook

The Brewers pitching coach who has been working with Shane Drohan on matters of pitch mix, rather than introducing new offerings or rediscovering velocity.

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What they’re saying

“It's just been a progressive thing over the last eight months. After coming off the injury last year, things change, your body starts moving differently and the four-seamer wasn't riding as much as I want it to, so let's try the sinker.”

— DL Hall (brewerfanatic.com)

“I don't really have a mindset on it. I wanna pitch in the big leagues, so whether that's starting or in the bullpen, I'm willing to do either.”

— Shane Drohan (brewerfanatic.com)

What’s next

Both Hall and Drohan are likely to open the season outside the Brewers' rotation, with one potentially making the team as a reliever and the other starting in Nashville while awaiting an opportunity in Milwaukee.

The takeaway

The Brewers' depth in left-handed pitching prospects is on full display with the contrasting yet complementary talents of DL Hall and Shane Drohan, who are competing for a spot on the major league roster this spring.