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Brewers’ Pat Murphy sends strong message to fans amid Christian Yelich’s slump

The Milwaukee Brewers (70-43) have relied heavily on their homegrown talent during this near-decade stretch of prosperity, but acquiring a couple of difference-makers from other teams and further developing them while they are still under team friendly deals is also a key aspect of the franchise’s philosophy.

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Trade deadline part six: A review

We’ve finally reached the end of trade deadline season, and after five weekly articles previewing what might happen, we now know: the Brewers tried but failed to acquire Tarik Skubal, and instead settled for two trades that netted Dustin May, JoJo Romero, and Antonio Senzatela.

Milwaukee Brewers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 5

Brewers’ biggest mistake after 2026 MLB trade deadline

The Milwaukee Brewers made their biggest 2026 MLB trade deadline mistake by failing to acquire a frontline postseason starter. Their 70-43 record, National League-best ERA, and franchise-record pace to 70 victories demanded a championship response.

Brandon Sproat News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Brewers Option Brandon Sproat

The Brewers optioned rookie starter Brandon Sproat to Triple-A Nashville before tonight’s 4-2 victory over Pittsburgh. Milwaukee also optioned swingman Garrett Stallings.

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The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

Luis Arraez won his third consecutive batting title, this time with the Padres in the National League. He's the first player ever to win the title in three straight years with three different teams. Can you name every player to win the batting at least three times?

The 'National League batting champs' quiz

The 'N.L. HR champs since 1994' quiz

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Brewers set new franchise record with gritty win over Pirates

There is only one club in the big leagues through Tuesday that has at least 70 wins on the season, and it is none other than the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brewers snapped a two-game losing skid by taking down the Pittsburgh Pirates, 4-2, in the second game of the series at American Family Field in Milwaukee.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 4

Brewers down Pirates, set team mark for fastest route to 70 wins

Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn homered to lead the host Milwaukee Brewers to a 4-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night. Chourio went 3-for-4 with two RBIs for the Brewers, who reached 70 wins faster than any season in franchise history.

Tarik Skubal News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4

Brewers’ declined trade offer for Tarik Skubal has been revealed

Tarik Skubal got away from the Milwaukee Brewers, but perhaps more so because of circumstance rather than a lack of effort. Milwaukee made a trade offer to the Detroit Tigers for Skubal based around three prospects, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reported on Tuesday.

Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Brewers rumors: Milwaukee had interest in Freddy Peralta reunion before Rays trade

The Milwaukee Brewers were searching far and wide for pitching help leading up to the end, ultimately landing on Dustin May of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Brandon Sproat News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Brewers Make Decision on Brandon Sproat

The Milwaukee Brewers are making a change to their rotation. Following another poor start, the Brewers are optioning right-hander Brandon Sproat to Triple-A Nashville.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Viral Sports News / August 4

Brewers Make Big Announcement Following Major Trade

The Milwaukee Brewers continue their push for a deep postseason run after completing a notable intra-division trade at the deadline. While the club fell

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / August 4

Pat Murphy Says Brewers Rookie Has Been 'Better Than' Ex-Cy Young Award Winner After Rough Outing

The Milwaukee Brewers acquired starting pitcher Dustin May in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, creating uncertainty for fellow right-handed hurler Brandon Sproat.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Christian Yelich News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Brewers Facing Decision Amid Troubling Christian Yelich Development

The Milwaukee Brewers have been one of MLB’s top teams in 2026. As of Tuesday, they are 69-43, first place in the National League Central. They lead the second-place Chicago Cubs by five and a half games.

Logan Henderson News / Field Level Media / August 4

Brewers' Logan Henderson strives to stay hot vs. Pirates

The Milwaukee Brewers will look to bounce back behind Logan Henderson when they host the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday. Henderson (5-1, 2.66 ERA) will be opposed by fellow right-hander Jared Jones (2-2, 3.81).

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The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4

Deadline Day DFAs: Rodriguez, Little

Catching up on a couple of designations from an extremely busy day of roster moves all over baseball… The Brewers designated Carlos Rodriguez for assignment

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela

Just ahead of the 6:00 p.m. deadline Monday, the Milwaukee Brewers struck a deal with the Colorado Rockies for a right-handed reliever who has rejuvenated his career this season.

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

Tarik Skubal will become Brewers' biggest regret

Report details how Dodgers landed Tarik Skubal in blockbuster trade over Rays, Brewers

The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire May and Romero from Cardinals

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

The Brewers entered Monday with a 6.5-game lead in the National League Central.

Tarik Skubal will become Brewers' biggest regret

Report details how Dodgers landed Tarik Skubal in blockbuster trade over Rays, Brewers

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

League-leading Brewers out to avenge sweep by Pirates

With one eye on trade deadline possibilities, the Milwaukee Brewers will turn to right-hander Brandon Sproat as they return home to open a four-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2

Tarik Skubal will become Brewers' biggest regret

On Aug. 1, the Milwaukee Brewers learned they missed out on the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes. On Nov. 1, the Brewers will likely still be shaking their heads about what might have been this season.

'This isn't what I planned': Tarik Skubal reacts to trade from Tigers to Dodgers

Report details how Dodgers landed Tarik Skubal in blockbuster trade over Rays, Brewers

How Dodgers' Tarik Skubal trade impacts Eric Lauer

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

Brandon Lockridge News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1

Brewers Activate Brandon Lockridge From 60-Day IL

The Brewers have reinstated outfielder Brandon Lockridge from the 60-day injured list ahead of their game tonight against the Angels. They have also recalled right-hander Garrett Stallings from Triple-A Nashville.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1

Brewers acquire catcher Bo Naylor from Guardians

The Brewers have enhanced their catching depth behind the plate by acquiring a low-risk, high-upside addition with Naylor.

Jose Soriano, possibly in final game with Angels, faces Brewers

Brewers break game open in fifth, shut down Angels

Money not an issue in Brewers' pursuit of Tarik Skubal

The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / July 31

Money not an issue in Brewers' pursuit of Tarik Skubal

The Brewers have already been willing to take on salary in the right deal this season.

Tarik Skubal has a preferred trade destination

The Tarik Skubal era may have had brutal ending for Tigers

Who are the 'biggest threats' to Dodgers in Tarik Skubal sweepstakes?

Dodgers are keeping two players off the table in trade talks

The 'League K-leaders by season since' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Brewers showing strong interest in Mets' Luke Weaver

The Milwaukee Brewers are one of several contending teams making a push for New York Mets' high-performing late-inning reliever Luke Weaver, according

Mets' Clay Holmes getting plenty of attention during rehab outing

Mets reportedly set high price for Freddy Peralta

Jacob Misiorowski News / Yardbarker / July 27