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Milwaukee Brewers to carry 3 catchers on Opening Day roster? It’s a possibility

The Milwaukee Brewers have officially started Spring Training as they prepare for the 2026 MLB season. Obviously, they are far from solving all the questions that have presented themselves during the off-season in terms of what their Opening Day roster will look like.

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Brewers' Next Breakout Star is Already Emerging in Spring Training

The Milwaukee Brewers have made a few moves this offseason that have really shook up their roster ahead of spring training and opening day. Freddy Peralta was traded to the New York Mets in the biggest move of their offseason, but they also traded Isaac Collins to the Kansas City Royals and Caleb Durbin to the Boston Red Sox.

Abner Uribe News / WI Sports Heroics / February 17

Brewers’ Abner Uribe receives his dues as one of MLB’s best relievers in 2026

Abner Uribe was, in a word, unbelievable for the Milwaukee Brewers last season. The 25-year-old flamethrower posted a 1.67 ERA and 1.04 WHIP 75.1 innings.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 17

Milwaukee Brewers: Luis Rengifo reveals role he wants to have on team in 2026

The Milwaukee Brewers created a void in their infield with their most recent trade with the Boston Red Sox. In exchange for infielder David Hamilton and left-handed pitchers Kyle Harrison and Shane Drohan, Milwaukee sent out Caleb Durbin, Andruw Monasterio, and Anthony Seigler.

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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?

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Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / February 17

How the Seattle Pilots Became the Milwaukee Brewers: Part 3

Before reading this part of the Brewers' voyage to Milwaukee, read part one of the series, "A Failed Launch". Also, part two of the three-part series, "Up For Grabs." PART 3 Charlie O.

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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 / Brew Crew Ball / February 17

The option status of the Brewers’ roster in spring training

As spring training gets underway, one main factor for many players competing for major league jobs is their option status. Having a roster of players with options gives the Brewers’ flexibility on how to build their roster.

Milwaukee Brewers 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.

Luis Rengifo News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

Brewers 22-Year-Old Addresses Roster Uncertainty After Luis Rengifo Signing

The Milwaukee Brewers gave everyone a bit of whiplash recently when it came to the starting third-base job. On Feb. 9, the Brewers traded away Caleb Durbin, the rookie starter at third base a year ago, in a six-player deal with the Boston Red Sox.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Brewers’ Pat Murphy drops intriguing hint on their 2027 Gary Sanchez plan

The Milwaukee Brewers have a new catcher in town after they signed two-time All-Star Gary Sanchez amid spring training. The Brewers, who won a franchise record 97 games in the 2025 MLB regular season, signed Sanchez to a one-year deal worth $1.75 million.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Brewers’ Gary Sanchez acquisition adds twist to Jeferson Quero plan

The Milwaukee Brewers added depth to their catching crew by signing 11-year veteran Gary Sanchez last week. The one-year, $1.75 million deal will be his second stint with the franchise after he also spent 2024 in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / February 16

Grading the Milwaukee Brewers' 2025-26 Offseason

People love to talk about the Milwaukee Brewers' payroll. People also like to talk about the on-field success the Brewers have, with postseason appearances in seven of the last eight seasons.

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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.

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

MLB News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Fair or foul: Former Brewers ace Freddy Peralta omitted from Buster Olney’s top 10 starters of 2026

Freddy Peralta gave the Milwaukee Brewers a career year in his final season there: a league-best 17 wins with a 2.70 ERA and 204 strikeouts. He finished top five in National League Cy Young voting and arguably should have been higher.

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Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Milwaukee Brewers: biggest position battle in 2026 Spring Training identified by MLB analyst

The Milwaukee Brewers position players officially report for Spring Training today, February 16. Looking ahead to the 2026 MLB season, fans have a great deal to be optimistic about regarding the team despite the departure of some notable members of the 2025 roster.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 16

Brewers 23-Year-Old Pitcher Already Emerging as Potential Ace

The Milwaukee Brewers are in the midst of a bit of a retooling year. They opted to trade Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets in a deal that brought Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat to Milwaukee.

Christian Yelich News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Milwaukee Brewers: Christian Yelich gets 100% real on projections that predict team will regress in 2026

The Milwaukee Brewers have their regular position players reporting for Spring Training today, February 16. Of course, many of these players have already reported early, but today was the first day that they were officially supposed to be there.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 16

Pat Murphy Gives Update on 26-Year-Old's Future With Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers have been quite active this offseason. In fact, they were likely much more active this winter than many expected them to be. They traded Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets in a deal that brought Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat to Milwaukee.

Sal Frelick News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Milwaukee Brewers: Sal Frelick jokes about all the new faces following recent trades

Today, February 16, is the day that all Milwaukee Brewers position players are expected to report for Spring Training. That being said, the majority of their players arrived early and have already begun practicing and preparing for the 2026 MLB season.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / February 16

Brewers' Best- and Worst-Case Scenarios for 2026: Left Field

The Brewers found a solid left fielder in 2025—so solid, another team wanted him, and was willing to take a low-leverage reliever as well in exchange for Ángel Zerpa.

Sal Frelick News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Milwaukee Brewers: Sal Frelick reveals biggest takeaway from 2025 MLB season

The Milwaukee Brewers have started Spring Training in preparation for the 2026 MLB season. And while there are multiple questions that the team needs to answer before the regular season begins, they have the benefit of returning most of their everyday lineup from 2025, a lineup that helped them win a franchise record 97 games.

MLB News / WI Sports Heroics / February 16

Milwaukee Brewers: former twice-traded outfielder signs with Texas Rangers for 2026 MLB season

Now that 2026 Spring Training is under way, the Milwaukee Brewers and other MLB teams are adding the final pieces to their preseason rosters. The Brewers, for example, recently signed Peter Strzelecki, one of their own former relievers, to a minor league contract with an invitation to Big League camp.