Author: Tyler Koerth_

The Chicago Cubs, who once were the biggest threat to the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central division, have fallen to eight games back (entering play on Friday, September 22) and are currently closer to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the standings than the Brewers.  They do have a half game lead over the Cincinnati Reds for second place in the division, but are tied with the Miami Marlins for the final Wild Card spot. Their lackluster performances have resulted in an 8-12 record in September in which they additionally have accumulated just one win over their last eight games. …

Milwaukee Brewers star Christian Yelich has played in just one out of the teams last 12 games.  Low back tightness has kept him out of game action and at one point there was speculation that he would land on the injured list.  That has not happened and per a report he now has set a new target date to return. Christian Yelich is targeting a return this weekend during the Milwaukee Brewers and Miami Marlins series.  In a recent publication from Curt Hogg in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel he indicated that on Thursday, September 21 Christian Yelich reported that…

The Milwaukee Brewers could be popping champagne as soon as Friday night as their magic number to clinic the National League Central division title is at two.  On Friday Milwaukee will take on the Miami Marlins with the first pitch scheduled for 5:40 PM CT and the Chicago Cubs will play a day game against the Colorado Rockies starting at 1:20 PM CT. Milwaukee Brewers magic number at two entering the Miami Marlins series.   For the past month or so the Brewers biggest challenger in the National League Central was the Chicago Cubs.  Each of these teams have gone…

The Milwaukee Brewers reportedly had strong interest in New York Met’s first baseman Pete Alonso over the summer.  They were rumored to be one of the most involved teams in trade discussions, but at the time the Mets wanted a substantial haul in return that centered around any of their second through fifth ranked prospects in Sal Frelick, Jeferson Quero, Jacob Misiorowski, or Tyler Black. From the time that the trade deadline has passed and when those rumors surfaced one one major change has occurred in New York.  That is former Brewers top executive David Stearns signing a five year…

The Milwaukee Brewers added three batters to their lineup this summer and all have provided positive impacts.  Carlos Santana and Mark Canha were acquired prior to the trade deadline and Josh Donaldson was signed after being released by the New York Yankees. One big reason why Matt Arnold elected to sign Josh Donaldson was because of his post season experience.  The 2023 Milwaukee Brewers are a very young team, so adding a veteran like Josh Donaldson in addition to Mark Canha and Carlos Santana has benefited the team in more ways than just on field production. Related: Milwaukee Brewers Mark Canha…

Milwaukee Brewers high leverage set up man Joel Payamps has fallen upon hard times over the last 13 games.  Dating back to August 17 he has surrendered at least one hit in each game.  On five occasions he has surrendered both more than one hit in an outing and at least one earned run.  His ERA over this stretch is 5.90. Is Milwaukee Brewers high leverage reliever Joel Payamps in danger of losing his eighth inning role?  As a new member of the Brewers this off season Joel Payamps joined a bullpen that had been nearly completely gutted and turned…

The Milwaukee Brewers had a relief pitcher receive a suspension that covers 162 games, or one full MLB season.  One year ago this same pitcher was suspended 80 games for violating the Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program by testing positive for a drug called Stanozolol.  He now has tested positive for the same drug and the punishment for a second offense is over double than it was the first time. Milwaukee Brewers pitcher J.C. Mejia has been suspended 162 games after testing positive for a performance enhancing drug.   J.C. Mejia, who prior to the news of his suspension…

The Milwaukee Brewers made a flurry of roster moves prior to their Wednesday night game against the St. Louis Cardinals.  In total four players were impacted as Julio Teheran was reinstated from the IL, JB Bukauskas was recalled, Colin Rea was optioned to the minor leagues, and Elvis Peguero was placed on the 15-day IL. High leverage Milwaukee Brewers reliever Elvis Peguero was placed on the 15-day IL with elbow swelling. Elvis Peguero was acquired last off season as a part of the package deal received when Milwaukee sent Hunter Renfroe to the Los Angeles Angels.  He quickly worked…

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames has been a leader of this team essentially since the day he arrived in May of 2021.  His spirit and energy is contagious, he is a great clubhouse guy, and he holds himself to a high standard both on and off the field.  On Tuesday night against the St. Louis Cardinals a subtle on the field moment between him and rookie Abner Uribe helped give the young pitcher confidence to bounce back after a rocky start to the seventh inning. Willy Adames helped provide Abner Uribe with confidence after a rocky start to the seventh…

Milwaukee Brewers top prospect Jackson Chourio was recently promoted to Triple-A Nashville.  His promotion came upon conclusion of the Double-A season and with just one week left in the Sounds regular season.  On Tuesday night he got his first start and he ended up collecting his first hit in Triple-A. Top Milwaukee Brewers prospect Jackson Chourio collects his first Triple-A hit with the Nashville Sounds. The first Triple-A hit for Jackson Chourio was a double to right field.  In Double-A the 19 year old hit 23 doubles, 22 home runs, and had a .467 slugging percentage.  He has an…