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Brewers Not Yet Settled On Late-Game Bullpen Roles

The bullpen was again a strength for the Brewers in 2025, and closer Trevor Megill led the way with 30 saves, a 2.49 ERA over 49 innings, and an All-Star nod. As well as Megill has pitched in the ninth-inning role over the last two seasons, however, manager Pat Murphy was non-committal on the topic of who his closer will be in 2026.

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Brewers fall to 0-3 in spring training with pair of Sunday losses

The Milwaukee Brewers had their first split-squad day of the spring on Sunday, as part of the team visited the Chicago White Sox in Glendale, and the others stayed in Phoenix to battle the Kansas City Royals.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 22

Power-needy Guardians take flier on Rhys Hoskins

The Cleveland Guardians lineup has been an ongoing weakness. A low-cost signing could make a significant difference.

Stephen Vogt addresses if Guardians will name captain after Steve Cohen comments

Yankees' Austin Wells, Guardians' Steven Kwan voice warnings after Tony Clark's MLBPA resignation

The 'Active 30-home run MLB hitters' quiz

Brice Turang News / WI Sports Heroics / February 22

Brewers’ Brice Turang surges to No. 4 in spring position rankings – and that’s way too low

Buster Olney’s position rankings continue, one Top 10 at a time. Thus far, ESPN’s senior baseball writer has covered relievers (hello, Abner Uribe), starters (where’s old friend Freddy?) first basemen, and, most recently, second sackers.

Justin Verlander News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 22

Why Brewers Shortstop Position Battle isn't as Open as it Looks

The Milwaukee Brewers were one of the best teams in the league last season, but they fell short of the World Series and swung a few trades to focus on the future of their franchise.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Pat Murphy News / WI Sports Heroics / February 22

Pat Murphy noncommittal on Brewers 9th inning duties

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy recently signed a new contract that will keep him at the helm for at least three more seasons. Though the deal was finalized before a single Spring Training game was played, there’s little time to celebrate as he quickly shifts focus to preparing his team for the start of the 2026 season.

Rhys Hoskins News / Larry Brown Sports / February 22

Rhys Hoskins has signed with a new team

Rhys Hoskins will try to reignite his MLB career with a new team. Hoskins is signing a minor league contract with the Cleveland Guardians. He was in camp with the team Sunday morning, and he could make as much as $1.5 million if he makes the team.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 22

Milwaukee Brewers Rule-5 Draft misstep could face them on Opening Day

Back in December of 2024, former Milwaukee Brewers farmhand Shane Smith was selected first in the Rule-5 Draft by the Chicago White Sox. He had a standout

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 22

Brewers Tyler Black, Sal Frelick React to USA's Olympic Gold Win Over Canada

The World Baseball Classic is set to take place in the coming weeks, which brings the best baseball talent in the world together to represent their respective countries on the world's biggest stage.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 22

Milwaukee Brewers: Rhys Hoskins signs minor league deal with AL contender

It was clear last off-season that 2024 was going to be the final year that Rhys Hoskins spent in a Milwaukee Brewers uniform. After he picked up his $18 million player option for last season, the Brewers tried to find a team to trade for him, but no one wanted to take on that salary.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / February 22

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.

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The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most seasons played by NFL team' quiz

The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 22

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.

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.

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.

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.

Milwaukee Brewers 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).

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 / 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.