Jun 24, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Shane Drohan (55) throws against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images | Aaron Doster-Imagn ImagesThe Brewers didnt get off to the best start on their six-game California road trip, dropping two of three to the San Francisco Giants. After an off day to regroup, theyll have as good an opportunity as any to get back on track against a Los Angeles Angels team thats tied with the Rockies for the worst record in baseball.On the mound for the Brewers is left-hander Shane Drohan, whos been excellent in his first season with the organization. Drohan has posted a 3.51 ERA while striking out 82 batters in 82 innings this year. He was originally scheduled to start the series finale against the Giants, but Brewers manager Pat Murphy instead called up Thomas Pannone for a spot start to give his rotation a little extra rest.The Angels will counter with 23-year-old right-hander Ryan Johnson, their second-round competitive balance selection in the 2024 draft. Johnson made headlines last season after breaking camp with the big league club despite never pitching in the minor leagues. He struggled to a 7.36 ERA across 14 relief appearances as a rookie and has posted an almost identical 7.34 ERA through 11 appearances (eight starts) this season.As for the lineup, Brice Turang and Jackson Chourio will bat first and second for the second straight game, followed by designated hitter Christian Yelich. William Contreras will hit cleanup, with Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell batting fifth and sixth. Rounding out the lineup are Luis Lara (.832 OPS in his first 42 at-bats as a Brewer), David Hamilton, and Cooper Pratt. With Hamilton starting at third base, Joey Ortiz is out of the lineup again tonight.One final piece of roster news: left-hander DL Hall, who owns a 2.03 ERA in 24 appearances this season, has been activated from the injured list. Pannone was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.For those of you tuning in, tonights game will air on Brewers.TV, WTMJ, and the Brewers Radio Network. First pitch is scheduled for 8:38 p.m.Wrapping up the month in the OC: https://t.co/eycfmE2vgm: WTMJ@NicoletLaw x #ThisIsMyCrewpic.twitter.com/6ezvHP3Hen Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) July 31, 2026