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Brewers’ Freddy Peralta makes 2026 WBC decision (report)

In 2023, Freddy Peralta did not participate in the World Baseball Classic. He was coming off a 2022 campaign where he threw just 78 innings, with a latissimus strain and shoulder inflammation sending him to the injured list on multiple occasions.

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Jesús Made's Front Leg Tendencies Are The Only Thing Holding Him Back

Jesus Made has some of the most freakish athleticism in baseball at just 19 years old. He stole 47 bases in 59 attempts last year. He was regularly sitting at 74 mph in bat speed as at May 2025 (MLB average 71.9 mph) per Brenton del Chiaro's interview on the Just Baseball Podcast.

Thad Levine News / WI Sports Heroics / January 9

Brewers add former successful Twins GM as Special Advisor

The Milwaukee Brewers have made an addition to their front office, bringing in Thad Levine as a special advisor. He marks the third former General Manager to hold an advisor title in the organizations front office, as Levine was formerly the Minnesota Twins GM from 2016-2024.

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MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 9

Brewers sign 2024 MiLB Gold Glove award winning outfielder

The Milwaukee Brewers learned a season ago the importance of outfield depth. All of Garrett Mitchell, Blake Perkins, and Jackson Chourio spent time on the injured list, Sal Frelick sat out time with a knee issue, and Christian Yelich was an everyday designated hitter during his first season back following a recovery from lumbar spine surgery.

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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.

Eric Haase News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9

Giants, Eric Haase Agree To Minor League Deal

The Giants are in agreement with catcher Eric Haase on a minor league contract, reports Jon Morosi of The MLB Network. The Warner Sports Management client would lock in a $1.6MM base salary if he breaks camp and can opt out at the end of Spring Training if he’s not on the MLB roster.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brew Crew Ball / January 9

Brewers to have four 2026 games aired exclusively on Peacock

Even as the Brewers (and eight other franchises) deal with TV provider issues, the team has been chosen for four of Peacock’s 61 broadcasts in 2026, the inaugural season for Peacock as a streamer of MLB.

Freddy Peralta News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 9

Brewers Expected To Cut Ties With 29-Year-Old Star

The Milwaukee Brewers have one of the best trade chips in baseball in Freddy Peralta. The big question throughout the rest of the offseason will be whether the club wants to cash in on him.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 9

Brewers Predicted To Trade $15 Million Ace To Mets For 3-Player Haul

The Milwaukee Brewers built a roster loaded with under-the-radar talent last year. As a result, they were able to surprise a lot of baseball and dominate their way to the best record in the league en route to the National League Central title.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 9

Latest Cubs Rumor Would Be Nightmare Scenario For Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers have had a quiet offseason. Their only major signing was Brandon Woodruff, who accepted the qualifying offer in early November. They did trade for left-hander Angel Zerpa, but that cost them Isaac Collins and Nick Mears.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brewer Fanatic / January 9

No More FanDuel Sports Network: Now What Happens To Brewers' TV Broadcasts In 2026?

The Milwaukee Brewers were one of nine MLB teams to cancel their contract with Main Street Sports Group, which produces games for TV under the moniker of FanDuel Sports Network.

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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.

William Contreras News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 9

William Contreras Has One-Word Response To Brewers Arbitration Process

The Milwaukee Brewers had an eventful day on Thursday. It was the deadline across Major League Baseball for teams and arbitration-eligible players to file salary numbers.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / January 9

Brewers Lose 8-Year Veteran To Giants In Free Agency

It always seemed unlikely that the Milwaukee Brewers would bring back catcher Eric Haase as a free agent, but his departure was sealed on Friday. Haase, who played 60 games for the Brewers across the last two seasons, elected free agency on Oct.

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Cooper Pratt News / Brewer Fanatic / January 9

Should Cooper Pratt Handle The Hot Corner For The 2026 Brewers?

The Milwaukee Brewers have a bit of a conundrum at shortstop. The incumbent, Joey Ortiz, is the epitome of good-field, no-hit, to the point where Milwaukee may be better off moving him.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Brew Crew Ball / January 9

Brewers terminate contract with FanDuel Sports Network

The Brewers TV broadcasts could be on the move. Yesterday, Even Drellich of The Athletic reported that the Brewers were among the nine teams who terminated their contract with FanDuel Sports Network and Main Street Sports Group.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 9

Yankees have two SP trade targets while they wait for Gerrit Cole

Yankees have two starting pitcher trade targets while they wait for Gerrit Cole

The New York Yankees need as much help as they can get on the mound right now.

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Former Phillies outfielder Max Kepler tests positive for PEDs

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Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 9

Brewers urged to sign outfielder with 16 home runs from division rival

If the Brewers decide to trade away ace Freddy Peralta, it could create some lineup-altering possibilities before first pitch of opening day. Milwaukee could decide to dip its toes in the free agent waters in the weeks leading up to the season beginning, if Peralta is dealt, to beef up the lineup.

Chad Patrick News / Brewer Fanatic / January 9

Chad Patrick's New Breaking Ball Could Help Him Put Everything Together

He may not have received much love during baseball’s awards season, but Chad Patrick’s rookie season was among the most productive in baseball. The right-hander filled in admirably for an injury-ravaged Milwaukee rotation during the first half and posted a 3.53 ERA and 3.90 SIERA in 119 ⅔ innings....

William Contreras News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 9

What William Contreras wants from Brewers in arbitration

Salary arbitration is one of the toughest parts for any player or team come offseason time. The player has to file a salary number that they think they’re worth, while the team typically files a lower number and both sides have to argue each other’s merits.

William Contreras News / WI Sports Heroics / January 9

Milwaukee Brewers-William Contreras arbitration numbers revealed

The Milwaukee Brewers had six arbitration eligible players that they had to potentially reach a deal with today before exchanging figures. Those players were William Contreras, Trevor Megill, Garrett Mitchell, Brice Turang, Andrew Vaughn, and Angel Zerpa.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 9

Milwaukee Brewers agree to 1-year contract with key All-Star pitcher

The Milwaukee Brewers, in 2025, relied heavily on their brilliant pitching staff to lead their team to success. For the regular season, at least, it worked splendidly.

Garrett Mitchell News / WI Sports Heroics / January 9

Milwaukee Brewers and outfielder Garrett Mitchell agree on a 1-year contract

The Milwaukee Brewers are known for being one of the most fiscally responsible franchises in all Major League Baseball. Unlike big market teams in Los Angeles and New York (and elsewhere), they do not spend much money on free agents, and those that they do sign are not high-profile players and are signed for less than many expect.

Thad Levine News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8