Not the prettiest of outings for Sheets, who surrendered more than three earned runs for just the second time in his last 12 start. Despite the shaky performance, the righty fireballer seemed to struggle finishes June with a relatively respectable 4.34 ERA to go along with a 28/9 K/BB ratio over 29 innings of work. He'll look to rebound in his next start, Aug. 3 on the road against the Braves.

Ben Sheets was touched up for six runs on 11 hits over 5 1/3 innings on Tuesday night as his Brewers fell 7-1 to Carlos Zambrano and the first-place Cubs. Sheets had allowed just one run on four hits through the first five frames, but he completely fell apart in the sixth, when the Cubs started the inning with seven straight hits and scored five times. Sheets entered the game with a 2.87 ERA but saw it shoot up to 3.14 after the thrashing. It's the first time his ERA has been over 3 since mid-May.

Milwaukee hurler Ben Sheets was hit hard as the Brewers lost for the second day in a row to the Cubs by a score of 7-1. Sheets went just 5.1 innings, giving up six earned runs on 11 hits.Sheets' ERA went over 3.00 for the first time since May 15, when he also allowed six earned runs in a start against the Dodgers. This is hardly anything to worry about, however, as even the best pitchers throw a clunker once in a while.

Sheets just continues to get the job done, as the All-Star starter now sports a rock-solid 3.04 ERA with a 24/8 K/BB ratio over four July starts. He'll look to keep dealing when he squares off against the Cubs at Miller Park next.

Sheets just continues to get the job done, as the All-Star starter now sports a rock-solid 3.04 ERA with a 24/8 K/BB ratio over four July starts. He'll look to keep dealing when he squares off against the Cubs at Miller Park next.

Ben Sheets went two innings, striking out three batters and walking two in his two innings of work for the National League in the All-Star Game.Sheets was dealing, and though he was a little wild, he only gave up one hit and represented himself well.

Milwaukee Brewers ace Ben Sheets, the starter for the National League in tonight's game, is scheduled to throw two innings in tonight's game, according to the Denver Post.Sheets has not pitched since July 9, so he should be able to handle the two innings with ease.

Report: Sheets to start All-Star game

Brewers' Ned Yost has been trying to set his rotation for the second half, but he has yet to make any definitive decisions, this according to the team website. Yost has said the when the team acquired C.C. Sabathia that Seth McClung and Dave Bush would be the odd men out, which one will fill the final slot has yet to be determined. "I'm still thinking about it," Yost said. "I'm thinking seriously about matching up. You look at the numbers, and you want to put each of them [Bush and McClung] in a position where they can be successful." Ben Sheets , who will start Tuesday's All Star game will pitch either Saturday or Sunday.Jeff Suppan, who is on the 15-day disabled list, threw a successful side session on Sunday. According to the report he felt great and will be activated to make his next outing.

Ben Sheets may get the nod to start the All-Star game, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. "We like Ben Sheets. He’s got the rest, he’s got the credentials, he’s got the pedigree," said Colorado manager Clint Hurdle, who will manage the National League squad.Sheets is certainly deserving, with 10 wins and 2.85 ERA. Fantasy owners and Brewers fans can only hope he doesn't get hurt while throwing in the contest.

Milwaukee RHP Ben Sheets suffered just his third loss of the season as the Brewers fell 8-3 to Colorado. Sheets pitched six innings, allowing three runs (all earned) on five hits with just two walks and 11 strikeouts.Sheets now carries a record of 10-3 with an ERA of 2.85. He's pitching well and keeping mistakes to a minimum, boasting 28 walks versus 108 strikeouts.

Sheets strikes out 10, but falls to Rockies

The NL pitching staff for the All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium has been announced, according to the Boston Globe. The hurlers representing the NL will be Tim Lincecum (Giants), Aaron Cook (Colorado), Dan Haren (Diamondbacks), Ben Sheets (Brewers), Carlos Zambrano (Cubs), Brandon Webb (Diamondbacks), Ryan Dempster (Cubs), Brian Wilson (Giants), Edinson Volquez (Reds), Kerry Wood (Cubs), Brad Lidge (Phillies), and Billy Wagner (Mets).The team will be managed by Clint Hurdle of the Rockies.

Sheets picks up win No. 10

Ben Sheets only allowed one earned run on eight hits over 5.2 innings in Friday's 9-1 win over the Pirates, with three walks and six strikeouts.Sheets improves to 10-2, with a 2.77 ERA. He is 4-1 over his last five starts.