Pat Murphy Saw Something in Shane Drohan Most of Baseball Missed

The Milwaukee Brewers have a knack for finding arms that others overlook. This season, they may have unearthed another one in left-handed pitcher Shane Drohan, and manager Pat Murphy isn’t shy about why he’s impressed.

“He’s tremendously poised for a guy who supposedly hasn’t pitched in the big leagues,” Murphy told reporters, including FOX Sports’ Ken Rosenthal. “Really impressive and underrated. We got so many guys doing great things, but Shane’s been really impressive.”

Who Is Shane Drohan?

Drohan, 27, was originally selected by the Boston Red Sox in the fifth round of the 2020 MLB Draft out of Florida State. He spent parts of four seasons in the Red Sox organization before landing with the Brewers — a team that has quietly built a reputation for maximizing pitcher talent. According to reports, Drohan was not on many prospect radars entering this season, but his performance in limited action has forced a second look.

For a Milwaukee club that is lean on splashy headlines but rich in results, players like Drohan are exactly why they remain competitive. The Brewers have leaned on a mix of young arms and veterans to patch together a rotation that has kept them in the playoff picture.

More Than Just a Bullpen Arm

What sets Drohan apart, according to Murphy, is not just his stuff — it’s the calm he carries on the mound. The team has not confirmed a permanent role for Drohan, but early returns suggest he could be more than a spot starter. His fastball has touched the mid-90s, and his changeup has drawn comparisons to some of the better secondary pitches on the staff.

Fans online have noted that Drohan’s poise in high-leverage situations looks far beyond his experience level. And while the Brewers have not made any formal announcement about his long-term role, it’s clear the organization sees value in giving him a longer look.

With several key arms still recovering from injury — including a couple of the team’s top starters — Milwaukee may need Drohan to step into a bigger role sooner than expected. Murphy did not provide a firm timeline on those injured pitchers, but acknowledged the team is monitoring their progress closely.

If Drohan continues to pitch the way he has, the Brewers may have found another undervalued piece in a season full of surprises.