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Brewers Lose $34 Million Slugger to Guardians During Spring Training

The Milwaukee Brewers have been looking to fill out their roster all offseason. They swung a few trades to cut ties with players like Freddy Peralta, Caleb Durbin, and Isaac Collins.

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Brewers Best And Worst Case Scenarios For 2026: Starting Rotation

In 2025, the Brewers’ starting rotation was a shambles for the first few weeks of the season due to injuries. It got so bad that the team dealt minor-league phenom Yophery Rodriguez, a competitive balance A pick, and John Holobetz to Boston for Quinn Priester.

Rhys Hoskins News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 22

Guardians To Sign Rhys Hoskins To Minor League Deal

Hoskins and the Guardians are finalizing a minor league deal, according to Meisel. Meisel goes on to report that the Boras Corporation client will receive a $1.5MM salary if he makes Cleveland’s MLB roster.

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Pat Murphy News / Brewer Fanatic / February 22

After Signing a New Contract, 'Lucky' Pat Murphy Ready to Continue His Journey With the Brewers

There was little question that Pat Murphy remained the best fit to manage the Brewers beyond 2026, but it's now official. Instead of managing this season as a lame duck, Murphy and the Brewers signed a new three-year contract with a club option for 2029.

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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 / WI Sports Heroics / February 21

Brewers non-roster invitee out 4 months with broken foot

The Milwaukee Brewers were dealt an early spring training injury blow as a non-roster invitees is expected to miss the next four months after suffering a broken foot.

Garrett Mitchell News / WI Sports Heroics / February 21

Milwaukee Brewers: Garrett Mitchell predicted to break out in 2026 based on one key batting metric

The Milwaukee Brewers have started exhibition game play in Spring Training as they prepare for the 2026 MLB season. As is the case every year, these games will play a big role in determining what players will make the Opening Day roster.

Brice Turang News / WI Sports Heroics / February 21

Milwaukee Brewers: Brice Turang ranked the 2nd-best second baseman in all MLB

The Milwaukee Brewers do not spend a great deal of money in free agency. Instead, they have built their winning roster by developing their own talent into quality Major League players.

Logan Henderson News / WI Sports Heroics / February 21

Milwaukee Brewers: Logan Henderson named as team’s breakout pitcher

The Milwaukee Brewers have become known for their ability to develop pitchers at a rate incomparable in Major League Baseball. Of course, Jacob Misiorowski is the young arm that has gotten the most attention.

MLB News / Brew Crew Ball / February 21

Brewers kick off spring training with 9-6 loss to Guardians

After a long, eventful winter, the Milwaukee Brewers were back in action on Saturday afternoon in Phoenix, as they hosted the Cleveland Guardians. While the results don’t matter much (besides for the coveted Cactus League Cup), the Brewers did go down 9-6 in this one.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / February 21

Brewers Best And Worst Case Scenarios For 2026: Designated Hitter

Designated hitter has long been handled in one of two ways by the Brewers: Either it’s been filled by one-year deals for a “primary” DH (Andrew McCutchen, Jesse Winker, and Gary Sanchez being recent examples) or it was handled “by committee” (multiple players with over 25 starts as the DH).

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Jackson Chourio News / WI Sports Heroics / February 21

Brewers’ Jackson Chourio, 20-year-old brother Jaison both in attendance for Spring opener vs Guardians

The Milwaukee Brewers have tipped off Spring Training with a matchup against the Guardians, offering the rare opportunity for Jackson Chourio and his younger brother, Jaison, to share the field.

Aaron Ashby News / Brewer Fanatic / February 21

Rotation, Bullpen, or Nashville: Analytically Breaking Down Aaron Ashby’s Arsenal

Aaron Ashby is entering his fifth year in Milwaukee and has been an above-average pitcher for the Brewers, posting career numbers of 114 ERA+ and a FIP of 3.46.

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Pat Murphy News / WI Sports Heroics / February 21

Brewers manager Pat Murphy’s kids reveal favorite players — and one isn’t a Brewer

The Milwaukee Brewers may have lost some key players in the offseason, but they made sure to secure the services of manager Pat Murphy for more years to come.

Milwaukee Brewers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 21

Brewers’ Christian Yelich reveals what makes Pat Murphy special

The Milwaukee Brewers enter 2026 with momentum, stability, and belief. Christian Yelich made that clear while discussing manager Pat Murphy and his recent contract extension following the club’s deep NLCS push.

Pat Murphy News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 20

Brewers' Pat Murphy Opens Up About New Deal

The Milwaukee Brewers made a deep run to the NLCS last year, where they fell short against the eventual World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. They haven't made many moves this winter, but they did trade Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 20

Pat Murphy Once Lobbied Brewers Owner for Christian Yelich Deal: Report

Pat Murphy has been the star of the show for the Milwaukee Brewers this spring, and as fans know, his fingerprints on the organization stretch back much farther than the last two seasons.

Garrett Mitchell News / WI Sports Heroics / February 20

How the Brewers should adjust Garrett Mitchell’s role after his health admission

Milwaukee Brewers 2020 first-round draft pick Garrett Mitchell has struggled to stay on the field since making his major league debut. A torn labrum that required surgery limited him to just 19 games in 2023.

Pat Murphy News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Brewers’ Pat Murphy breaks silence on new contract with heartfelt admission

The Milwaukee Brewers and manager Pat Murphy recently agreed to a contract extension. The deal is for three years. On Thursday, the skipper addressed his new deal, via Adam McCalvy of MLB.com.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 20

Advanced Stats Hint Brewers Could Have MLB's Next Breakout Star

The Milwaukee Brewers need their young players to step up in a big way after trading Freddy Peralta, Caleb Durbin, and Isaac Collins this offseason. One player they need to step up is outfielder Garrett Mitchell, who was quite underwhelming in 25 games last season.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 20

Brewers' 23-Year-Old Righty on Verge of Major 2026 Breakout

The Milwaukee Brewers might have a pitching problem this season, which isn't a statement that has been said about the Brewers over the past decade or so.

Pat Murphy News / Field Level Media / February 20

Brewers extend contract of manager Pat Murphy through 2028

Back-to-back National League Manager of the Year Pat Murphy agreed to a multi-year contract extension with the Milwaukee Brewers, the team announced Friday morning.

Pat Murphy News / Larry Brown Sports / February 19

Brewers sign manager Pat Murphy to a contract extension

Manager Pat Murphy led the Milwaukee Brewers to an MLB-best 97 wins in the 2025 season. The Brewers lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in four games in the NLCS, but there are still high hopes even after trading away pitcher Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets.

MLB News / Just Baseball / February 19

Five Under-The-Radar Brewers Prospects To Watch in 2026

Spring training is officially underway. Just Baseball’s latest Top 100 Prospects update was recently released. The World Baseball Classic begins in just a couple of weeks.

Christian Yelich News / Larry Brown Sports / February 17

Christian Yelich addresses doubts about the Brewers

Christian Yelich doesn’t pay much attention to projections, particularly those that have an unfavorable outlook for his Milwaukee Brewers. Amid an offseason that saw the Brewers lose some key talent, many believe Milwaukee is bound to suffer significant regression in 2026.