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mccourts' divorce will determine Dodgers ownership, direction
Original at USA Today
• 10 hours ago
Wolf signed a three-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers for $29.75 million. As constituted, the Dodgers seem to have a shot at winning a third consecutive ... and more »
Brewers sign Counsell to one-year deal
Original at topix.net
• 11 hours ago
After reaching a tentative agreement with infielder Craig Counsell on a 2010 return over the weekend, the Brewers finalized the deal on Monday.
GERY WOELFEL: Upon review, Funk is No. 1
Original at Journal Times Online
• 11 hours ago
Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvin has been immersed in baseball matters, having recently signed free-agent pitcher Randy Wolf. ...
Ten Stories That Changed Our Lives: #8 Mark Attanasio Buys the Brewers
Original at 620 WTMJ
• 12 hours ago
By Dan O'Donnell MILWAUKEE - At the outset of the decade, baseball in Milwaukee was in trouble. Even after Miller Park opened in 2001, the Brewers kept on ...
Goodbye Mike Cameron
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• 13 hours ago
By Jordan M He accumulated WARs of 4.1 and 4.3 in his two seasons with Milwaukee. 8.4 over the past two years puts him just behind Ryan Braun (8.8) and Prince Fielder (9.5) for the team lead over that span of time. Cameron was the Brewers' third most productive player over the past two years, and now he's gone, wi...
Mariners on lookout for 2010 pieces
Original at Mariners.org
• 19 hours ago
Seattle has been mentioned as a team that might take a flier on Ben Sheets, who Zduriencik is familiar with from his Milwaukee Brewers days. ... and more »
Prince Fielder on similar track as Matt Holliday, Mark Teixeira - MLB Daily Dish
Original at mlbdailydish.com
• 22 hours ago
Prince Fielder on similar track as Matt Holliday, Mark Teixeira MLB Daily Dish (blog) More photos » by Jeff Roberson - AP Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder is expected to ...
Three most influential in sports have Milwaukee ties
Original at Bizjournals.com
• 22 hours ago
Bud Selig, the commissioner of Major League Baseball and former majority owner of the Milwaukee Brewers, is a perennial on the list, ranking at seventh this ... and more »
December Exchange: Shapiro Making Calculated Winter Moves For Tribe
Original at Bleacher Report
• 23 hours ago
That is best evidenced by the fact that the Milwaukee Brewers selected him with the hopes of turning him into a left-handers specialist for their bullpen. ...
Monday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Mon, Dec 14
By KLSnow If you have a vague interest in Brewer baseball, but wish there was less analysis and more profanity on this site, then Miller Park Drunk's RUNNING series might be just the ticket for you. Follow these links for bad Prince Fielder jokes, some fan fiction involving Ryan Braun trying to rap, a...
While You Were Out: Amazin' Avenue Week In Review (12/6-12/12)
Original at Amazin' Avenue
• Sun, Dec 13
This is a player good enough to start on several MLB teams. Good luck, Matt. Randy Wolf Signs With Brewers - Three years, $30 million it might be a bit much ...
Dickson's Week on Review
Original at Omaha World-Herald
• Sun, Dec 13
An Illinois woman is accused of stalking Milwaukee Brewers radio play-by-play man Bob Uecker. With a story this sexy and salacious in the news, ... and more »
Late-Night Weekend Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Sat, Dec 12
By morineko Tom Haudricourt spoke with McClung about the situation. He also notes that the Brewers have a tentative agreement to bring back Craig Counsell for 2010. Today in Brewers history, back in 1980, they acquired Rollie Fingers, Ted Simmons, and Pete Vuckovich in a trade with the Cardinals.
Crew continuing discussions with Counsell
Original at MLB.com
• Fri, Dec 11
Counsell spoke to students from Milwaukee's Bruce Guadalupe Middle School on Friday at Miller Park about financial literacy, an event coordinated by Brewers ... Brewers appear close to re-signing CounsellPierce County Herald all 2 news articles »
Thursday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Thu, Dec 10
By KLSnow On this day in 1986, the Brewers sent Tim Crews and Tim Leary to the Dodgers for first baseman Greg Brock. Brock would go on to hit .261/.348/.387 over five seasons as a Brewer. Happy birthday today to Doug Henry, who turns 46. Henry pitched the first four seasons of his major league career (1991-19...
Brewers select Chuck Lofgren in the Rule 5 Draft
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Thu, Dec 10
By KLSnow Brewers select Chuck Lofgren in the Rule 5 Draft I don't know much about him and I'm busy working on the Mug, so hopefully someone can fill you in on the details in the comments.
Opinion: Thoughts on the Brewers signing Randy Wolf for 3 years, $29.75 million
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Wed, Dec 9
By Jordan M Giving any pitcher a 3-year deal is risky. But to win the Brewers need to be a little bit aggressive. If you project every starter on the market to account for their production and ability to stay healthy, you would probably conclude that Wolf is the second best pitcher on the free agent market...
Betancourt accepts arbitration from Rockies
Original at MLB.com
• Mon, Dec 7
Betancourt fielded offers from "four or five teams," according to Alan Nero, one of his representatives, with the Brewers' pursuit believed to have been the ... Milwaukee Unlikely To Lure BetancourtRealGM.com all 17 news articles »
Making your '00 Face: First Base
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Mon, Dec 7
By KLSnow Seasons as a Brewer: 2, 2004-2005 Slash line as a Brewer: .289/.376/.464 UZR (Fielding) as a Brewer: -12.3 runs WAR as a Brewer: 4.6 Prince Fielder Seasons as a Brewer: 5, 2005-2009 Slash line as a Brewer: .284/.381/.550 UZR (Fielding) as a Brewer: -27.2 runs WAR as a Brewer: 12.0
Signing Mauer a percentage play
Original at ESPN
• Mon, Nov 23
CBC.ca Others root for the Milwaukee Brewers. And yes, there are Yankees fans who have proudly emerged from the muddy fields of barley and corn (harvesters are ... Many contenders, one favorite for NL MVPLos Angeles Dodgers all 1,218 news articles »
Opinion: Friday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Fri, Nov 20
By KLSnow On this day in 1969, the Seattle Pilots fired Joe Schultz, the first manager in franchise history, after just one season. Dave Bristol took over and managed the club for their first three seasons in Milwaukee. Also, on this day in 1989, Robin Yount won his second American League MVP Award, th...
McGehee comes up short in ROY race
Original at MLB.com
• Mon, Nov 16
MILWAUKEE -- Brewers third baseman Casey McGehee finished fifth in National League Rookie of the Year balloting, ... Top rookies chosen McGehee finishes fifth in NL votingAmerican Chronicle Talk of Brandon Jenning's Rookie of the Year Award is PrematureBleacher Report
Would Edwin Jackson Be a Good Fit For The Milwaukee Brewers?
Original at Bleacher Report
• Sat, Nov 14
Rumors have surfaced in recent days that Milwaukee Brewers' GM Doug Melvin has talked with Tigers' GM Dave Dombrowski over the possibility of acquiring starting pitcher Edwin Jackson.
Looking back at Community Projections: Catchers
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Tue, Nov 3
By KLSnow Playing time: It looks like most of us expected the Brewers to try out some other options at catcher this season. Both Kendall and Mike Rivera gained playing time over our expectations, mainly at the expense of Angel Salome, who some of us projected to play as much as 40% of the time.
Opinion: Monday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Sun, Oct 4
By KLSnow Craig Counsell hugs Alcides Escobar while Prince Fielder hugs Felipe Lopez after the Brewers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in the season's final game Sunday. Happy birthday today to Alex Diaz, who spent parts of the 1992, 1993 and 1994 seasons as a Brewer and turns 41 today.
What should the Brewers do with Manny Parra?
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Wed, Sep 30
By KLSnow Nearly every projection for the 2010 Brewer roster includes Parra in the rotation, and certainly, if he can bounce back from a rough season, he would be one reason to predict a major improvement over 2009. The problem is, Manny Parra hasn't just had a bad season, he's had a historically bad s...
Opinion: Tuesday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Tue, Sep 8
By KLSnow Cubs: Claimed pitcher Thomas Diamond off waivers from the Rangers. On this day in 1999, three Brewer pitchers appeared in the game (Hideo Nomo, Mike Myers and David Weathers), and each allowed a home run to Steve Finley as the D-Backs beat the Brewers 9-1.
Prince Fielder and Ryan Braun are Really Good
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Sun, Aug 2
By Jordan M 5 days ago: Milwaukee Brewers' Ryan Braun (8) celebrates with teammate Prince Fielder (28) after Braun hit a two-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Monday, July 27, 2009, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Opinion: Monday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Mon, Jun 29
By KLSnow Was Sadowski aided by the sun? Ryan Braun has some suggestions for improving the environment for hitters during day games at Miller Park. Prince Fielder, as you may recall, also complained about the glare through the outfield panels last week. The glare wasn't strong enough to prevent the...
Opinion: Thursday's Short and Sweet Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Thu, Jun 18
By Jordan M More photos » by Tony Dejak - AP 1 day ago: Cleveland Indians pitcher Greg Aquino wipes his head during the 11th inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Wednesday, June 17, 2009, in Cleveland. The Brewers won 9-8. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Opinion: VENUE: Busch Stadium
Original at CBS News
• Tue, May 5
Pittsburgh (12-14) lost 8-5 to Milwaukee on Tuesday for its 17th straight loss to the Brewers. After starting 11-7, the Pirates have dropped seven of eight and three straight on the road. "It's frustrating - that's all I've got," outfielder Brandon ...
Opinion: Pirates Notebook: Duffy bounces back with Brewers
Original at Pittsburgh Post Gazette
• Wed, Apr 29
PA It was Chris Duffy. For the Brewers. "You build those real good clubhouse friendships," Duffy said, talking about how he enjoyed catching up with old Pirates pals in this Miller Park series. "It kind of brought me back a little. ... Andy laroche getting in groove Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Opinion: Monday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Mon, Apr 6
By KLSnow So, barring inclement weather, Jason Kendall will start his second season as the Brewers' catcher tomorrow. The second of how many, you ask? Well, Kendall says he'd like to play six seasons in Milwaukee, which would keep him in a Brewer uniform through his fortieth birthday and give him a g...
Podcast: New Brewer gear "on fire"
Original at Wisconsin Radio Network
• Tue, Sep 30
By Brian Moon-audio WIBA Manufacturers can't seem to keep with the demand for Milwaukee Brewers NL Wild Card shirts and hats. The items are starting to trickle into stores statewide. Derek Granitz with "Name of the Game" in Madison says demand for Brewers merchandise has been strong all season long, but the gear h...
Opinion: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times 2
Original at The Wisconsin Sports Bar
• Fri, Sep 19
By Chris(gbfan001@gmail.com) What a weekend of mixed emotions for Wisconsin sports fans. The Brewers are not dead but they are on life support the Phillies have an incredibly easy final 4 series Atlanta, Florida Atlanta and Washington. Plus the Brewers have to start playing better and I do not know if that is possible
Podcast: MLB Week 15: Brewers locked and loaded after Sabathia trade; Embarassing All-Star snubs; Unwritten rules of MLB
Original at MVN
• Mon, Jul 7
The landscape of the MLB pennant races took on some major changes through the Fourth of July weekend, highlighted by a blockbuster trade by the Brewers for C.C. Sabathia — proving that the new currency in big league baseball is the farm system, not dollars.
Opinion: Robothal's Improbability Drive Kicks Into High Gear With Dodger Trade Noise
Original at 6-4-2 (Blogspot)
• Fri, Jul 4
By Rob(noreply@blogger.com) Via BTF comes this gem of Robothal genuflecty silliness, a possible trade for C.C. Sabathia: The Brewers aren't the only team pushing hard for Indians left-hander C.C. Sabathia. The Dodgers also are heavily in the mix, according to major-league sources.
Opinion: BCB Interviews Corey Kemp
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Sat, Jun 14
By battlekow BCB: So, did you know the Brewers were interested in drafting you before they did? CK: Yes I did. [Brewers’ scout] Dan Nellum was in contact a lot. CK: The Reds, Cardinals, and Cubs were the most interested. BCB: Oh so you're a Cardinals fan? Well, better than the Cubs, I suppose.
Opinion: First-rounder Evan Frederickson Interviewed
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Tue, Jun 10
By battlekow BCB: Are there any major league pitchers you pattern yourself after? BCB: As long as you're not a Cubs fan! EF: (laughs) I’m a complete Brewers fan now. BCB: Did you see the Sports Illustrated picture of J.J. Hardy and Corey Hart playing ping pong?
Opinion: Thursday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Thu, May 22
By KLSnow Brewers Bar has raised a straw man and beaten the crap out of it, saying that "many people" feel race was a factor in the Brewers decision to sign Ryan Braun to a long term contract before Prince Fielder. Does anyone out there know anyone who thinks that? I don't. I'm listing Scott Boras as the pr...
Podcast: MLB Week 7: Stop blaming pitchers for lousy Tigers and Padres; Too much, too young for Kazmir and Braun?
Original at MVN
• Thu, May 15
With Cubs homer Joe Aiello out of the picture on the Thursday show, host Brandon Rosage takes his shot at both questions following a pitiful Tigers loss in Kansas City and a fourth shutout loss by San Diego — this time at the hands of Cubs starter Ryan Dempster.
Podcast: MLB Week 7: Marlins celebrate success by paying Hanley, Sexson’s weapon of choice, Gagne quits
Original at MVN
• Mon, May 12
It appears that Eric Gagne listens to “The Pitch” because he’s given up on the idea of his Brewers having a closer, too. Instead, his Milwaukee club will go to a bullpen-by-committee approach to closing games — something The Pitch community emphatically approves on the Monday edition of t...
Podcast: Thursday's Frosty Mug
Original at Brew Crew Ball
• Thu, Mar 27
By KLSnow
Fleer Baseball Cloth Patches - Milwaukee Brewers
Original at The Fleer Sticker Project
• Sun, Mar 23
By Fleerfan Even though the team moved from Seattle to Milwaukee at the end of Spring Training in 1970, the Brewers did not have a Fleer Cloth Patch until 1971. The Seattle Pilots had 2 different sets of patches for 1969 & 1970, meaning the Brewers ...
Brewers: Showdown in Chitown
Original at 620 WTMJ
• Tue, Aug 28
Milwaukee trails the Chicago Cubs by a game and a half entering this week's three-game series at Wrigley Field, where a sweep gives the Brewers the division lead. Read the story to find a guide on how to make Wrigley "Miller Park South ...
Podcast: Cardinals earn sweep
Original at AZ Central.com
• Sat, Jul 28
Anthony Reyes ended a 12game regularseason losing streak that began last September, helping the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 52 on Saturday night.
Podcast: D-Backs lose once again - Arizona Republic
Original at azcentral.com
• Fri, Jul 20
D-Backs lose once again Arizona Republic, AZ - MILWAUKEE - Comparisons were thrown around during this four-game series of how the Brewers and Diamondbacks are following similar models of growth, ...
Cubs rally past Brew Crew with Ramirez's walk-off
Original at ESPN
• Fri, Jun 29
Aramis Ramirez hit a two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning, capping a three-run rally against Milwaukee closer Francisco Cordero and leading the Chicago Cubs over the Brewers 6-5 Friday for their seventh straight win.
MLB Baseball MySpace Layouts
Original at Destroy all Malware
• Mon, Jun 25
Milwaukee Brewers Pittsburgh Pirates St Louis Cardinals East Atlanta Braves Florida Marlins New York Mets Philadelphia Phillies Washington Nationals, West Los Angeles Angels Oakland Athletics Seattle Mariners Texas Rangers Central ...
Podcast: Fielder shocks Cubs
Original at AZ Central.com
• Tue, Apr 24
Prince Fielder homered twice, including a 12thinning drive that capped a comeback from a fourrun deficit and led the Milwaukee Brewers over the Chicago Cubs 54 Monday night.