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Young Brewers Stars Poised for Breakout 2026 Campaign

Milwaukee’s 97-win season in 2025 did more than pad the standings. It confirmed what Brewers fans already believed: this organization wins by developing from within.

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How Willing is Pat Murphy to Upset Trevor Megill?

"Well, they've gotta understand what's gonna happen at the end there," Pat Murphy said to reporters on Feb. 24. "Every team's gonna do this, unless you have a [Trevor Hoffman].

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / March 9

Brewers Predicted to Land Intriguing 20-Year-Old Flamethrower

Th Milwaukee Brewers might be in the best position in the entire MLB, besides the Los Angeles Dodgers, in terms of their complete organizational dominance.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / March 9

Spring Temperature Check: Who's Hot and Who's Cold in Brewers Camp? (March 6-8)

Spring training battles are starting to heat up with Opening Day just a little more than two weeks away. Non-roster invitees are being sent to minor-league camp with more regularity.

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MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / March 9

Prospect Guru Hints Brewers Found Hidden Gem in Red Sox Blockbuster

Major League Baseball fans can continue to doubt the Milwaukee Brewers' front office at their own risk. When the Brewers traded starting third baseman Caleb Durbin to the Boston Red Sox on Feb.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Jett Williams News / Brewer Fanatic / March 9

Milwaukee Brewers 2026 Top Prospects, No. 3: Jett Williams

#3 Jett Williams (Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Syracuse Mets) Williams joined the Brewers organization in the Freddy Peralta trade with the Mets, and immediately stands out because of his unique profile.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 9

Brewers' First-Round Pick Flashes Slugging Potential With Home Run in WBC Debut

In the eyes of many pundits, the Milwaukee Brewers have the best farm system in baseball. And one of the latest additions to that system introduced himself to fans across the globe in his first at-bat of the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 8

Milwaukee Brewers officially will face former player on 2026 Opening Day

On Thursday, March 26 the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago White Sox will meet to begin their 2026 seasons. Regardless of rain or snow, the game will be played as scheduled thanks to the retractable roof at American Family Field, which helps prevent the weather-related delays that can impact other games around the league.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 8

Brewers 3B prospect carrying the torch for Team Italy at the WBC

The Milwaukee Brewers once again have a top prospect thriving for Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic. In 2023, Sal Frelick dazzled by going 7-for-23 over five games that included three doubles and four runs batted.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brew Crew Ball / March 8

Brewers win fourth straight in 6-3 victory over Mariners

Box Score Jake Bauers and Andrew Vaughn both had two extra-base hits, Ethan Murray channelled his inner Barry Bonds, and Kyle Harrison struck out over half of the batters he faced to earn Milwaukee their fourth straight spring victory.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / March 8

Brewers' Emphasis on Rotation Depth Could Pay Off Quickly

You can never have too much starting pitching. The Brewers have experienced that adage firsthand in each of the last two seasons. Including openers and bullpen games, both the 2024 and 2025 Brewers used 17 different starters during the regular season.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / March 8

Brewers Option Talented Prospect Amid Slew of Roster Moves

The Milwaukee Brewers are no strangers to making big moves this offseason. In fact, they've made more big moves this offseason than anybody seemingly anticipated.

Brandon Woodruff News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / March 8

Brandon Woodruff Set to Take on New Role with Brewers in 2026

The Milwaukee Brewers had a mostly quiet offseason until they traded right-hander Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets for two top prospects. With Peralta gone, there is a slightly different look to Milwaukee's rotation this year.

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Pat Murphy News / Brewer Fanatic / March 8

Collaboration Against Complexity: How the Brewers Are Implementing Their ABS Challenge Strategy

"It's 'yes' or 'no' from pitch to pitch," Pat Murphy said. He waited almost a full fortnight into Cactus League play before putting an ABS challenge system strategy into action for his team, but the activation was not the slow turn of a dimmer dial.

Brandon Woodruff News / WI Sports Heroics / March 8

Brandon Woodruff gives glimpse of what’s ahead for 2026 after spring debut

Brandon Woodruff made his much anticipated 2026 Spring Training debut on March 7, when the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Angels 7-1. Woodruff reportedly has been behind in camp, by design, and may not be ready for Opening Day, but may still factor in to some capacity during that first series against the Chicago White Sox.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brew Crew Ball / March 7

Brandon Woodruff’s spring debut leads to Brewers 7-1 win over Angels

With the Brewers top middle infielders off playing in the World Baseball Classic, Pat Murphy has been getting quite the look at Jesus Made and Cooper Pratt as the potential future up the middle and they aren’t missing their opportunities.

Brandon Woodruff News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 7

Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff reveals his primary goal amid injury recovery

With the Milwaukee Brewers preparing for the 2026 season, the team is using spring training to iron out the kinks with the hopes of making major noise in the MLB.

Sal Frelick News / Brewer Fanatic / March 7

Sal Frelick Probably Won't Hit More Home Runs In 2026, And That's Okay

The Brewers had many surprise offensive contributors this past season, from Brice Turang's breakout to the trade and resurgence of Andrew Vaughn. Still, one of the more meaningful offensive performances came from the bat of Sal Frelick.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 7

This new Milwaukee Brewers starter is quickly earning praise from Pat Murphy

Competition for spots in the Milwaukee Brewers starting rotation is a big topic right now. With Brandon Woodruff and Quinn Priester unlikely to be ready for the opener, with Priester a likely candidate to land on the injured list, some new faces may be holding down the fort until they are deemed ready.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / March 7

'Briggsie' Was One of the Early Brewers Stars in the 1970s

Trivia question: Other than the fact that they both played for the Brewers, what do Robin Yount and John Briggs have in common? (Answer at the end of this piece.) John Briggs followed a slightly different path to professional baseball than most players.

Milwaukee Brewers News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 6

Chad Patrick To Open Season In Brewers’ Rotation

Jacob Misiorowski and Chad Patrick will open the season in the Brewers’ rotation, manager Pat Murphy tells Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. The rest of the starting five is still up in the air depending on injuries and camp performance.

Jackson Chourio News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Jackson Chourio Injury News at World Baseball Classic is Troubling for Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers are angling for another competitive season after a wildly successful 97-65 2025 season ended unceremoniously with a Dodgers sweep in the NLCS, but if they have any aspirations of a deep postseason run Milwaukee will need serious contribution from their soon-to-be 22-year-old center fielder, Jackson Chourio.

Quinn Priester News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 5

‘It sucks;’ Brewers SP Quinn Priester vents amid wrist injury setback

The Milwaukee Brewers were one of the biggest surprises in baseball during the 2025 season. They comfortably won the National League Central, going 97-65.

Jesus Made News / Stadium Rant / March 4

Made Turning Heads In ’26 Spring Training

When asking most typical 18-year-olds what their plans are for spring break, the word “serious” does not typically surface. Jesus Made is not your typical teenager, and he is making a “serious” run to play in the big leagues sooner rather than later.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Just Baseball / March 4

The 2026 Brewers Are a Team of X-factors

The Milwaukee Brewers tend to be one of the more fascinating, and challenging, teams to predict each offseason. They’re seemingly immune to roster turnover; despite losing key roster members in recent offseasons, they’re managed to increase their win total in each of the last three seasons.