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Why Brewers won’t repeat controversial Josh Hader trade decision

Two years ago, the Milwaukee Brewers were locked in a heated NL Central race but ended up trading star closer Josh Hader at the MLB deadline. It was a very strange move for the Brewers given that they had a three-game lead in the division at the time, and apparently, it destroyed the locker room and team morale.

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How Joey Ortiz Has Hit His Stride for the Brewers

It's not as though outright failure was forcing an adjustment. When Joey Ortiz got to the ballpark on Apr. 24, he had a slash line of .279/.392/.349 to his name.

Pat Murphy News / Last Word On Sports / 11 hours ago

Pat Murphy Has Instilled Underdog Mentality In Brewers

Pat Murphy has instilled an underdog mentality that has fueled the success for the National League Central Division-leading Milwaukee Brewers. Under the spirited guidance of the first-year manager, the team has taken that nothing-to-lose mantra to heart.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 21 hours ago

Brewers crush five HRs in 10-2 rout of Pirates

William Contreras sparked a power surge with a three-run homer in the third inning as the host Milwaukee Brewers pummeled the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-2 on Wednesday afternoon.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / 17 hours ago

Roster Moves Bring Medium-Term Plan into Focus for First-Place Brewers

On Wednesday, the Brewers optioned struggling infielder Oliver Dunn to the minor leagues, in favor of outfielder Chris Roller. After scooping up Roller amid the Guardians' roster crunch last August, the Brewers will now call on him for the first time.

Jake Bauers News / Brewer Fanatic / 4 hours ago

Jake Bauers is Tip-Toeing and Toe-Tapping His Way to Success

Some Brewers fans balked when the team traded Jace Avina and Brian Sanchez for Jake Bauers last November. Many close watchers of the farm system predicted Avina would have a breakout season, while Bauers had some flashy underlying metrics but no real substance to back it up.

Robert Gasser News / Field Level Media / May 15

Brewers' Robert Gasser seeks strong 2nd outing vs. Pirates

The Milwaukee Brewers hope that rookie left-hander Robert Gasser can replicate his big-league debut when they host the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday afternoon in the rubber game of the three-game series.

Colin Rea News / Brewer Fanatic / May 15

Colin Rea's Splitter Finally Got to Shine on Monday Night

Colin Rea entered his start on Monday night having thrown his splitter 5.1% of the time. That constituted a continuation of his approach from last year, when 5.6% of his pitches were splitters.

MLB News / Action Network / 14 hours ago

MLB Opening Pitch: Zerillo's expert picks, odds, previews for Wed. 5/15

MLB expert Sean Zerillo of the Action Network makes picks and predictions for the slate of games scheduled on Wednesday, May 15.

MLB best bets: Picks and predictions for a full slate on May 15

Pirates' Paul Skenes impressed but doesn't make list of top five debuts

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Milwaukee Brewers News / Last Word On Sports / May 15

Young Outfielder Shines on Offense and Defense In Brewers Victory

MILWAUKEE — Sal Frelick‘s athleticism was one of the main reasons the Milwaukee Brewers selected him with the No. 15 overall pick in the 2021 Major League Baseball Draft, and that athleticism was on full display Tuesday night with a spectacular diving catch.

MLB News / Action Network / May 15

Pirates vs. Brewers pick, odds, predictions for 5/15: Lefties are all right

Action Network's John Feltman shares his Pirates vs. Brewers pick for Wednesday, May 15, including MLB odds and predictions for the NL Central series finale.

Brewers' Robert Gasser seeks strong 2nd outing vs. Pirates

MLB Opening Pitch: Zerillo's expert picks, odds, previews for Wed. 5/15

MLB best bets: Picks and predictions for a full slate on May 15

Rhys Hoskins News / MLB Trade Rumors / 7 hours ago

Brewers lose team-leading home run hitter to injured list

Losing that kind of production will obviously hurt the Milwaukee offense.

Yankees young stud takes major step in return from injury

Orioles designate OF for assignment

Cubs designate reliever for assignment

Cardinals release reliever

Veteran reliever opts out of minors deal with Nationals

Rhys Hoskins News / ClutchPoints / May 14

Brewers’ Rhys Hoskins has encouraging outlook on hamstring injury before MRI

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins left his team’s loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night due to a hamstring injury, but there is some good news here.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Total Apex Sports / May 12

Milwaukee Brewers Win 8th Straight In Continued Shellacking Of Divisional-Foe

With a 5-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, the Milwaukee Brewers won their eighth straight game over the Cardinals. Milwaukee has won all six of their games against the Cardinals this season and their final two matchups of the 2023 regular season.

Willy Adames News / Just Baseball / May 11

What Exactly Are the Brewers Going To Do with Willy Adames?

Willy Adames is in the midst of an early-season bounce-back, and he’s doing it at the most opportune time in his career. Set to hit free agency at the

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 10

Brewers acquire RHP from Giants

The Giants have traded right-hander Mitch White, whom they designated for assignment earlier this week, to the Brewers for cash considerations.

Brewers expected to promote intriguing pitching prospect

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Milwaukee Brewers News / ClutchPoints / May 10

2 early-season trades Brewers must make

Despite predictions of a dropoff in 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers have started the season surprisingly well. Last year’s 92-win club lost two of the best starting pitchers in franchise history plus manager Craig Counsell, yet manages to sit in first place in the National League Central.

Christian Yelich News / ClutchPoints / May 9

Christian Yelich’s injury return sends Brewers top prospect back to minors

The Milwaukee Brewers are tied for first place in the National League Central and saw the return of one of their best bats on Wednesday. 2018 NL MVP Christian Yelich missed 24 games with a lower back strain before slotting back into the three-hole of Milwaukee’s lineup Wednesday in a 6-4 loss to the Kansas City Royals.

Monte Harrison News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7

28-year-old former MLB player commits to Arkansas to play football

He was a star wide receiver in high school before he was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2014 MLB Draft.

Brewers pursue offensive improvement vs. Royals

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Milwaukee Brewers News / FanNation Fastball / May 6

Milwaukee Brewers' Former MVP Taking Big Steps Towards Return From Back Injury

After going on the injured list three weeks ago with a back injury, former MVP Christian Yelich took a big step forward in his recovery on Monday. The Brewers' star hit on the field, according to Sophia Minnaert of Bally Sports: Christian Yelich is hitting on the field for the first time since his back injury.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Just Baseball / May 6

How Have the Milwaukee Brewers Stayed On Top of Their Game?

The Milwaukee Brewers are off to an impressive start to their 2024 season. They have the fourth-best record in the National League at 20-13, and they sit atop the NL Central standings despite being a popular regression candidate heading into Opening Day.