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Brewers' Jackson Chourio Has Simple Formula to Emerge As Superstar

A major key for the Milwaukee Brewers to keep pace in the National League Central this year will be the true breakout for outfielder Jackson Chourio. It's easy to forget, because we've seen him for two regular seasons and playoff runs already, but Chourio doesn't turn 22 until next month.

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Milwaukee Brewers offensive breakout candidate already on 2026 MLB roster

The Milwaukee Brewers won a franchise record 97 games last season. And while their stellar pitching (deservedly) received a great deal of the credit and recognition for that, they also received offensive boosts from some unlikely contributors.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 18

Brewers 25-Year-Old Star Quietly Emerging as 3B Solution

The Milwaukee Brewers made a shocking trade earlier this offseason that sent Caleb Durbin and two other infielders to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for Kyle Harrison, David Hamilton, and Shane Drohan.

Sal Frelick News / WI Sports Heroics / February 18

Milwaukee Brewers: Sal Frelick reveals why he backed out of representing Italy in 2026 WBC

The Milwaukee Brewers will be well-represented in the upcoming 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC). Second baseman Brice Turang is the lone Brewer player who will be playing for Team USA, but many other players will be representing other countries.

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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

Sal Frelick News / WI Sports Heroics / February 18

Brewers’ Sal Frelick sacrificed spot on Team Italy in WBC to prioritize 2026 MLB season

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick could have joined Italy for the World Baseball Classic. Instead, he prioritized his health for the upcoming MLB season.

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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.

Mark Attanasio News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 18

Brewers Owner Invokes Dodgers, Blue Jays in Confident Fan Address

Milwaukee Brewers owner Mark Attanasio has a turbulent relationship with his fan base at times. On one hand, most fan bases in small markets often wish their ownership spent more money, and that's no exception with Attanasio.

Peter Strzelecki News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 18

Brewers Veteran Sends Emotional Message After Re-Signing With Milwaukee

Earlier this offseason, the Milwaukee Brewers opted to reunite with veteran pitcher Peter Strzelecki. Strzelecki was originally with the Brewers, working his way up to the big leagues in 2022 before landing with the Arizona Diamondbacks and Cleveland Guardians in 2023 and 2024.

Gerson Garabito News / Brewer Fanatic / February 18

Gerson Garabito Believes He's in the Right Place With the Brewers

Gerson Garabito navigated a long and winding path to the big leagues. Signed as an international free agent by the Kansas City Royals in 2012, the right-hander spent nine minor-league seasons with three different organizations before making his big-league debut with the Texas Rangers at age 28....

Garrett Mitchell News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 18

Brewers 27-Year-Old Addresses Injury Issues, Plan to Stay Healthy

The best ability is availability, and Milwaukee Brewers center fielder Garrett Mitchell knows it all too well. Mitchell, the Brewers' 2020 first-round pick, has been nothing but good whenever he's been on the field in the majors.

Brandon Woodruff News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / February 18

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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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 18

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.

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The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

The 'Multiple 20-assist NBA games' quiz

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

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

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.

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 / 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.

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.

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.

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.

Christian Yelich News / Athlon Sports / February 16