Wednesday's Frosty Mug: What to expect when you're expecting Jean Segura
We're talking about expectations for the Brewers' young shortstop and more in today's news roundup.Some things to read while drawing the line.We are 37 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting to...
View ArticleFormer Brewers Nomo, Gagne fall off Hall of Fame ballot
Both received votes, but did not clear the 5% threshold to return for 2015.By now you've likely heard that the MLB Hall of Fame vote was announced today and three players were elected: Longtime Braves...
View ArticleThursday's Frosty Mug: A Hall detour
We're turning out backs from the hot stove for a moment in today's roundup of all things Brewers.Some things to read while upgrading your phone.We are 36 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting...
View ArticleScooter Gennett gets a bobblehead
He'll be honored at the June 29 game, replacing Norichika Aoki.Scooter Gennett's rapid ascension to Brewer stardom continued today, as the Brewers announced he'll be the subject of a bobblehead given...
View ArticleMets' closer Bobby Parnell cleared for baseball activities
Parnell is expected to maintain his role as the team's closer. Mets closer Bobby Parnell has been cleared to pitch again after recovering from a herniated disk in his neck last season, according to...
View ArticleThe Thursday Thinker: Staying on Second
Today we're talking about turnover at the keystone position.This morning the Brewers announced that Scooter Gennett will be honored with a bobblehead in 2014, another potential sign of the team's...
View ArticleThe offseason isn't over until the Dodgers say it is
And Ned Colletti doesn't even have to see his shadow. Once all the big free-agent names have signed, the Dodgers have the power to upset the standings all over again by dealing a top-flight...
View ArticleCounty Stadium's Coldest Day
The cold days of County Stadium are over, but this week's frigid temperatures got me thinking about them.As we get ready for Opening Day, 2014, it's easy to take something for granted: The Brewers will...
View ArticleBrewers sign pitcher Brad Mills
He's not the same Brad Mills that used to manage the Astros.The Brewers have added a little pitching depth to the organization, according to Chris Cotillo of MLB Daily Dish:Source: #Brewers agree to...
View ArticleFriday's Frosty Mug: Getting pushed back
The countdown to spring training takes a step backwards in today's roundup of all things Brewers.Some things to read in your own way.Sadly, I come to you this morning with dour news. For months we've...
View ArticleBrew Crew Blasts #2: Lucroy unloads again
Lucroy had three of the Brewers' eight longest homers in 2013, but this was the biggest one.When last we looked at 2013's longest homers back on December 17, we talked about a 436-foot bomb Lucroy hit...
View ArticleWhat we learned this week: January 11, 2014
This week's lessons include more free agency inaction, reminders from the Hall of Fame, and the criteria for earning a Brewers bobblehead.Once again, not much happened in free agency.It's looking more...
View ArticleThis week in winter baseball: 1/5-1/11
it's all playoffs now in the CaribbeanPlayerTeamAVGGABRH2B3BHRRBIBBSOSBJuan FranciscoLicey.273622261014130Hector GomezGigantes.154413120000250Jason RogersEscogido.159619231001370Eugenio...
View ArticleNew Indians closer John Axford was tipping his pitches until recently
A bit of what could be very good news for the Indians...New Indians closer John Axford was tipping his pitches while playing for the Brewers, something he learned about on his first day with the...
View ArticleMonday's Frosty Mug: "I meant to do that."
We're watching the Brewers attempt to shift the narrative on a quiet offseason in today's news roundup.Some things to read while time marches on.We are 31 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting...
View ArticleBrewers announce 2014 minor league coaches
A couple of previously-announced managerial changes are the big story here.The Brewers finalized their 2014 coaching staffs today, making announcements ranging from a new manager at AAA Nashville all...
View ArticleBrew Crew Blasts #1: Gomez tops the charts
After weeks of buildup, today we're finally ready to reveal 2013's longest home run.Carlos Gomez led the Brewers with 24 homers in 2013, so it's only fair that he hit the team's last one (against the...
View ArticleHall of Boredom
Why today's Hall of Fame debate has grown staleIn March 2005, Rafael Palmeiro, in his opening statement to Congress, uttered words we've heard dozens of times since: "I have never used steroids,...
View ArticleBrewers sign outfielder Greg Golson
It's kind of sad that this is one of the winter's most notable moves.The Brewers are believed to be seeking a veteran reliever with closing experience to add to their bullpen this winter. If he was...
View ArticleTuesday's Frosty Mug: Strong up the middle
We're looking at where two top Brewers stand among baseball's elite in today's news roundup.Some things to read while trimming your eyebrows.We are 30 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting to...
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