Milwaukee Brewers swiftly designated pitcher Lance McCullers for assignment just days after acquiring him from Houston, citing a shaky bullpen performance and lingering shoulder inflammation. The 32-year-old, a lifetime starter with the Astros and two-time World Series champ, struggled in his first relief appearance, walking four batters and failing to hold a lead. With the Astros covering most of his salary, the Brewers called up Garrett Stallings from Triple-A instead — a quick exit for McCullers, who’s battled injuries throughout his career.

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