Although the Milwaukee Brewers acquired Andrew Vaughn from the Chicago White Sox nearly a month ago, he had been playing in Triple-A Nashville and had yet to meet most of his new teammates. Vaughn made a memorable first impression during Monday night’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers by initiating a 3-6-3 double play in the top of the first inning and then hitting a 409-foot three-run home run in the bottom of the inning, immediately showing his value to the Brewers.
This impactful debut was a strong start for Vaughn, who is still adjusting to a new roster and learned there is much to absorb both on and off the field.
Adjusting to New Faces and Remembering Names
Meeting over 25 new teammates all at once can be overwhelming, and Vaughn openly admitted to struggling with memorizing names. He stated,
“Just meeting a lot of new people. I’m going to have to do it again, I’m really bad with names.”
This candid remark reflects how baseball players, like anyone else, face challenges in social settings, especially during sudden team changes.
Despite this, his powerful performance will likely make it easier for his teammates to remember who he is going forward.
Team Reaction: Pat Murphy Praises Vaughn’s Impactful Start
Brewers’ staff expressed enthusiasm about Vaughn’s quick adjustment to the Major League level. Pat Murphy remarked on Vaughn’s situation:
“He doesn’t know anybody in our organization, we just picked him up and sent him to Triple-A. It was kind of a big deal, media-wise, because Vaughn has a history in the big leagues and has done well. But to have him show up first day, not know anybody at noon and then he’s in there and then get a huge hit in the first inning to open things up, is a great way to say ‘here I am’.”
Murphy also highlighted how Vaughn’s late notice to play didn’t stop him from delivering a standout performance.
“He didn’t know he was playing until he landed today,”
Murphy said.
“I didn’t expect him to homer, but that’s great. Great opening act.”
Vaughn’s Continued Contributions at the Plate
Beyond his first-inning home run, Vaughn made other key plays. He walked and later scored during the fifth inning on a two-run single by Brice Turang. Vaughn’s involvement was substantial throughout his time on the field before being replaced by pinch-hitter Jake Bauers in the seventh inning, strengthening the Brewers’ offensive momentum early in the game.
Significance of Vaughn’s Arrival for the Brewers
Andrew Vaughn’s arrival and immediate impact signal promising contributions as the Brewers integrate him into the lineup. His ability to make an impression quickly with his bat boosts the team’s offense and energizes the clubhouse as he continues to learn the new team dynamics. Though Vaughn still faces the task of getting to know his teammates better, his performance on the field ensures he will not be overlooked.
The Brewers can look forward to Vaughn building deeper connections while adding power to their roster in the coming weeks.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is Andrew Vaughn any good?
A. Vaughn once received the Golden Spikes Award for being the top college baseball player. He was the third pick overall in the draft. He is very skilled, and according to his Baseball Savant page, his abilities are showing in the major leagues. This year, Vaughn is in about the 80th percentile for hard hits, barrel rate, and exit velocity.
Q. What draft pick was Andrew Vaughn?
A. Andrew Vaughn was seen as a highly promising player for the 2019 MLB draft. The Chicago White Sox chose him as the third overall pick.