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Friday's Frosty Mug: Workin' through the weekend
We're talking about the offseason work that remains and more in today's roundup of all things Brewers. Some things to read in your box.We are 56 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting to...
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Looking ahead: When the Brewers add, who goes?
These guys should be renting, not buying, at this point.For all of the talk over the last couple of weeks about players the Brewers could add for 2014, I think we've largely missed an important detail....
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What we learned this week: December 21, 2013
This week's lessons include another quiet week in free agency, former Brewers finding work, and a new Miller Park feature.We're waiting for the Brewers to make some moves.It has been very quiet for the...
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Hiram Burgos pitches long enough to earn a decision and morePlayerTeamAVGGABRH2B3BHRRBIBBSOSBElian HerreraEstrellas.222418340000140Juan FranciscoLicey.143414120011120Hector...
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Monday's Frosty Mug: A gift that keeps on giving
We're talking about the Brewers' best decision in 2013 and more in today's news roundup.Some things to read while doing some last minute shopping.We are 53 days away from pitchers and catchers...
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All I Want for Christmas is Nothing
A heavily cynical, narrow-minded perspective which by generalization and negativity illustrates the silver lining of a quiet, depressing offseason. Oh, and Happy Holidays!In 2005 the Brewers finally...
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Brewers outright Michael Olmsted to Nashville
They now have an open spot on the 40-man roster.Last week we mentioned that the Brewers' 40-man roster was full, and a player would need to be removed if they were planning on adding anyone else this...
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Tuesday's Frosty Mug: Making room for gifts
We're talking about the latest transaction and more in today's roundup of all things Brewers.Some things to read while muting the TV.We are 52 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting to...
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Happy birthday, Rickey Henderson
The Hall of Famer and longtime Brewers nemesis turns 54 today. For much of the world today is Christmas, perhaps the year's most festive holiday. BCB is largely off today while we enjoy this day. If...
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Rest in peace, Mike Hegan
The original Milwaukee Brewer was 71 years old.We're wrapping up the holiday with some sad news tonight as former Seattle Pilot and original Milwaukee Brewer Mike Hegan has passed away, the Indians...
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Former Cleveland Indians broadcaster Mike Hegan dies
The former TV and radio broadcaster, who played 12 seasons in the majors, was 71.The Indianshave announced that former Indians broadcaster Mike Hegan died this morning.Although Hegan didn't play for...
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Thursday's Frosty Mug: Back to business
We're saying sayonara to Chris Narveson in today's roundup of all things Brewers.Some things to read while raising the alarm.We are 50 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting to Maryvale, and as...
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The Thursday Thinker: Doing some post-holiday shopping
Can you remember which top 50 free agents have signed with new teams?Today is one of the year's busiest shopping days as stores reopen following the Christmas holiday. You probably won't see Doug...
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Friday's Frosty Mug: If everything goes right
Do the Brewers need a holiday miracle to compete in 2014? We're looking at that and more in today's roundup of all things Brewers.Some things to read while running a virus scan.We are 49 days away from...
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2014 MLB Free Agent Profile: Mike Gonzalez
The veteran lefty had a down year in 2013 but was much better in 2012.Left-handed relief pitcher Mike Gonzalez has been in Major League Baseball since 2003, and his career 3.14 ERA, 3.50 FIP, and 10.35...
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Saying goodbye to Candlestick Park
One of baseball's historic facilities is closing its doors for good this winter. We don't usually discuss the NFL around here, but on Monday a pretty historic event occurred: The San Francisco 49ers...
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What we learned this week: December 28, 2013
This week's lessons include how to properly twiddle your thumbs so you don't sprain them.With the holidays here, it was a quiet week for the Brewers and the site. Take a break from twiddling your...
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A(nother) look back at Bill James' "Baseball 2015" essay
In the Bill James New Historical Baseball Abstract, Bill wrote an essay titled "Baseball 2015." This is the second post to explore how well his predictions have held up.Last week I wrote a post titled...
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Which Brewers player should receive the next contract extension?
The Brewers have signed contract extensions with key members of the team every year for the last half-decade. Will they keep up that pattern?Note: Mug is off today. Enjoy this, instead.Prior to 2013,...
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Moving on: Players who passed in 2013
A Gold Glove-winning first baseman and an All Star shortstop were among the players we lost this year.Before we turn the page to 2014, I wanted to take a moment today to remember the Milwaukee baseball...
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