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Brewers Already Under Fire for Controversial $22 Million Signing

The Milwaukee Brewers never really seem to make big moves in free agency, but this offseason, they extended the qualifying offer of just over $22 million to veteran pitcher Brandon Woodruff.

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The built-in advantage Milwaukee has with Luis Rengifo at third base

The Milwaukee Brewers have been a top defensive unit for the past several seasons now, both by advanced metrics and the eye test. Drafting and developing athletic players has been part of the formula, but they’ve also had excellent coaches guiding them.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brew Crew Ball / February 18

Four questions as the Brewers approach Cactus League play

We’re less than a week from baseball games! The Brewers get their Cactus League slate underway on Saturday afternoon against the Guardians. It won’t be

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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?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

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

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

Mark Attanasio News / Brewer Fanatic / February 18

Takeaways From Mark Attanasio's Spring Training Remarks

Brewers principal owner Mark Attanasio, flanked by president of baseball operations Matt Arnold and president of business operations Rick Schlesinger, addressed the media on Tuesday morning.

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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 17

Former Brewers closer given 'strong case' to make Hall of Fame if dominance continues

In his Milwaukee Brewers days, Josh Hader was elite. Throw out the end of his time there in a blip of a 2022 campaign and that’s still been the case in two of his last three seasons.

Devin Williams News / WI Sports Heroics / February 17

Milwaukee Brewers: Mets banking on Devin Williams rebound after disastrous 2025 campaign

In 2025, Devin Williams‘ first season with a team not named the Milwaukee Brewers went about as poorly as it could have. The dominant closer the Yankees thought they had was nowhere to be found.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brew Crew Ball / February 17

Brewers release 2026 spring training broadcast schedule

After an offseason full of turmoil with the Brewers’ broadcast plan, the team has a new home on Brewers.TV, an offshoot of MLB.TV, which is now owned by ESPN as part of the league’s new media agreement.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / February 17

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

In 2025, the Brewers had a revolving door in center field, due to injuries to Garrett Mitchell and Blake Perkins early in the season. The result was that Jackson Chourio ended up spending most of his games being flanked on both sides in the outfield, and he acquitted himself fairly well.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

Brewers' Next Star Already Has Milwaukee Buzzing This Spring

The Milwaukee Brewers opted to make a few big trades this offseason to bolster their farm system, but it crippled the big league club a bit. They're missing Isaac Collins and Caleb Durbin from the starting lineup while their former ace, Freddy Peralta, is with the New York Mets.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

Brewers Owner Got High-Profile Phone Call After Red Sox Blockbuster

Always count on the Milwaukee Brewers to deliver when you think the majority of the shockers have passed in any given offseason. Having already cut bait with ace Freddy Peralta, the Brewers one-upped the shock value factor last week when they traded third baseman Caleb Durbin to the Boston Red Sox.

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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 / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

Brewers Trade Addition Getting Buzz as Caleb Durbin's Replacement

The Milwaukee Brewers swung a pair of trades to kick off their offseason that sent Isaac Collins to the Kansas City Royals and Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets.

Brandon Sproat News / WI Sports Heroics / February 17

Milwaukee Brewers prospect Brandon Sproat, 'I’m not trying to fill shoes

For the first time since 2018, the Milwaukee Brewers will play baseball in 2026 without Freddy Peralta being a part of their Major League roster. Of course, Peralta did not start the 2018 season with the Brewers either, but was called up in May of that year to make his Major League debut.

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

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The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

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Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

5 Brewers Prospects Who Should Make MLB Debuts This Season

The Milwaukee Brewers are always counting on young talent to come to the majors and produce. So, with precious few weeks to go before the regular season, let's start identifying some of that young talent.

Christian Yelich News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

Christian Yelich Sends Strong Message to Brewers in Spring Training

The Milwaukee Brewers had the best record in the entire league during the regular season last year, but they fell short to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the postseason.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

Brewers Sign 29-Year-Old Pitcher After 3-Year Mexican League Stint

The Milwaukee Brewers have been one of the more active teams in the league this offseason, which should come as a bit of a surprise because they're a small market and they don't make many free agency moves.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 17

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.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 17

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.

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.

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.

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.