Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy confirmed on Saturday he will undergo back surgery Thursday, followed by a hip procedure during the All‑Star break. He insisted the operations won’t sideline him, saying the pain has become intolerable. He declined to disclose procedural specifics, noting doctors expect a swift recovery. Murphy’s plan comes as the club sits atop the NL Central, eyeing a postseason push.

Entering the weekend with a 235‑162 record in Milwaukee, Murphy’s career tally sits at 277‑216, including a 42‑54 stint with San Diego in 2015. He earned National League Manager of the Year honors for the past two seasons, cementing his reputation while guiding a roster that has already secured a division lead. Milwaukee leads the Cardinals by 5.5 games, keeping his health under close watch.

Murphy sat in the dugout Friday as the Brewers fell 3‑2 to Atlanta, then travel to Cincinnati for a three‑game set before Thursday’s off‑day and the upcoming seven‑game homestand. His willingness to operate on schedule signals stability for a club that could otherwise be rattled by a manager’s absence. With the schedule tight, any prolonged absence could force the bench to juggle duties.