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Brewers’ 2026 projected lineup gets boost with bounceback year from key starter

The Milwaukee Brewers‘ lineup had one obvious weak link last season in shortstop Joey Ortiz. While stellar with the glove, he put together a truly awful campaign at the plate, one of the worst you’ll see among MLB everydayers.

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Milwaukee Brewers: Ranking the NL Central teams in January 2026

The Milwaukee Brewers find themselves in a territory unfamiliar to them as the 2026 Major League Baseball season draws near. In the past, they have widely been predicted to finish third or worse in the National League Central Division as they traded away their best players and did not spend much money in free agency.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brew Crew Ball / January 15

2026 Brewers International Signing Tracker

The international signing period is among us! The Milwaukee Brewers’ bonus pool comes in at $7,357,100. We’ll be updating this tracker as the Brewers sign international free agents (all rankings per MLB Pipeline’s international prospects list; all signing numbers reported by Baseball America): No.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / January 15

Come See What's Brewing: The History of the 1982 Milwaukee Brewers, Part 3

This multi-part series talks about how the Brewers got to the World Series and offers a timeline of the 1982 campaign, including player profiles, game recaps, and other events that affected the season.

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Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

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MLB News / Brew Crew Ball / January 15

Should the Brewers feel pressured to keep up with the Cubs?

Over the weekend, the Chicago Cubs made a free-agent splash that they haven’t made in some time when they signed third baseman Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million deal.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Brewers offered sketchy 3 year TV Deal from Fan Duel Sports Network

Back in November, the Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a TV deal with Fan Duel Sports Network to have broadcasts return for the 2026 season. That network, which is a part of Main Street Sports Group, then fell into financial trouble, with rumors indicating that they would be terminated upon conclusion of the current NHL and NBA seasons.

Freddy Peralta News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Brewers could get ideal Freddy Peralta trade package, and deal him out of National League

If the Milwaukee Brewers are looking to restock the farm system via a Freddy Peralta blockbuster trade, and deal their ace out of the National League, an American League East contender might be the perfect trade partner.

Freddy Peralta News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Brewers prospect ranked among top-10 in baseball

The Brewers could look to add a package of prospects in a potential Freddy Peralta blockbuster trade before opening day, but several of Milwaukee’s top prospects currently in the farm system around among the most highly-touted at their position in the sport.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Milwaukee Brewers to hire Concordia University Wisconsin head baseball coach

The Milwaukee Brewers have already announced their coaching staff for the 2026 MLB season, which included several noteworthy changes. Rickie Weeks, who had spent the past two years as the associate manager under Pat Murphy was reassigned back to the front office.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 14

Blockbuster Mets-Brewers Mock Trade Swaps $15M Ace For 2 Prospects

It seems like the Milwaukee Brewers are going to trade their ace, Freddy Peralta, this winter. Peralta is on an expiring contract, and it doesn't seem like the Brewers are going to have the money to sign him to a new deal after next season.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 14

Brewers Still Expected To Sign Impactful Free Agent, Per Insider

Frustrated with the Milwaukee Brewers' offseason inactivity? You're certainly not alone. The Brewers have made two major league signings this winter: starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff, who accepted his qualifying offer, and outfielder Akil Baddoo, who was let go by the Detroit Tigers.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Brewers called out for lackluster offseason featuring just 2 minor moves

The Milwaukee Brewers have not exactly been active this offseason. Their only two additions to date are lefty reliever Angel Zerpa, in a trade sending out Isaac Collins and Nick Mears, and cast-off outfielder Akil Baddoo.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 14

2-Time All-Star Linked To Brewers As Possible Lineup Upgrade

The Milwaukee Brewers have had a low-key offseason, only making a few minor moves and keeping their roster relatively the same as it was in 2025. Last year, they won 97 games, the most in Major League Baseball and cruised to their third straight NL Central title.

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Freddy Peralta News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 14

Brewers-Freddy Peralta Update Drops With Spring Training Coming

The Milwaukee Brewers have been somewhat quiet as an organization throughout the offseason to this point, but the rumors have been loud. So far this offseason,

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 14

Insider Predicts Major Brewers Trade Before Spring Training

It’s been a quiet offseason for the Milwaukee Brewers. Brandon Woodruff accepted the qualifying offer and they acquired left-hander Angel Zerpa from the Kansas City Royals, but that trade cost them Isaac Collins and Nick Mears.

Freddy Peralta News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Brewers’ best fit for Freddy Peralta trade revealed

The Milwaukee Brewers could move off ace pitcher Freddy Peralta before reporting to spring training, and may even have an ideal trade partner to ship him out of the National League, as well.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 13

Milwaukee Brewers: former slugger commits to Team Mexico for 2026 World Baseball Classic

The Milwaukee Brewers, along with every other team in Major League Baseball, are busily preparing for Spring Training, which will start next month. This year, in addition to their usual exhibition games, some professional players will take part in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, an event that takes place every four years.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 14

Which MLB ballparks could use a change in dimensions?

Each team's park should be different from one another while simultaneously aiming to keep a neutral playing ground.

Rob Manfred: MLB Has Discussed Shortening Schedule & Adding In-Season Tournament

MLB To Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial Throughout 2026 Season

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Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 13

Milwaukee Brewers: how team’s offseason compares to the 4 other NL Central teams

The Milwaukee Brewers have won the National League Central Division in each of the past three seasons. This offseason, unlike in the past, they are not

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 13

Brewers Sign 24-Year-Old Speedster Away From Blue Jays

The Milwaukee Brewers love winning games with tools other than power, and speed ranks high on that list. Last season, the Brewers ranked 22nd in Major League Baseball in home runs, but second in steals.

Jacob Misiorowski News / Athlon Sports / January 12

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski Announces Personal News on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski experienced an up-and-down MLB season in 2025. The 23-year-old flamethrower burst onto the scene with a dominant first month, a stretch that earned him an All-Star selection and stirred debate around the league about whether the honor was warranted given his limited experience.