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The Drill: Barely home runs
October 27, 2009 by
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There's nothing like a player hitting a titanic home run. . . but even the ones that barely make it over the fence count just as much. According to the Web site HitTracker.com, two Brewers made the top-10 list for "just enough" home runs in the National League.
Team honors released
October 27, 2009 by
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First baseman Prince Fielder and right-hander Yovani Gallardo were named the Milwaukee Brewers' most valuable player and most valuable pitcher, respectively, for 2009 in balloting conducted by the Milwaukee chapter of the Baseball Writers Association of America.
Other award winners...
Astros grab OF Bourgeois
October 26, 2009 by
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The Houston Astros claimed outfielder Jason Bourgeois off waivers Monday from the Milwaukee Brewers.
Bourgeois, 27, spent most of the season at Class AAA Nashville, where he batted .316 with 18 doubles, six triples, two homers and 41 RBI in 105 games.
Bourgeois was called up by the...
Peterson hire good for both arms, heads
October 24, 2009 by
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Reconnect the seams, and a primary reason why the Milwaukee Brewers unraveled last season becomes as clear as the commissioner's signature on the baseball.
The pitching coach left and the starters fell to pieces.
Making a call to arms
October 20, 2009 by
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Rick Peterson doesn't have a clause in his contract as the Brewers' new pitching coach that stipulates he'll get at least two new starters for 2010. But Peterson got the impression during his interview with general manager Doug Melvin that help is coming. In the meantime...
Brewers pick Peterson to straighten out arms
October 19, 2009 by
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The Brewers have selected new pitching coach Rick Peterson to help turn around a starting rotation that ranked last in the National League with a 5.37 earned run average in 2009, a performance that ruined the team's chances of returning to the playoffs.
Brewers send Reds cash to finish Weathers deal
October 16, 2009 by
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The Milwaukee Brewers sent cash to the Cincinnati Reds on Friday to complete their Aug. 9 trade for veteran reliever David Weathers.
Weathers pitched in 25 games for the Brewers, going 1-3 with a 4.88 ERA. Overall, he was 4-6 with a 3.92 ERA in 68 relief appearances.
The 40-year...
Burns taken off 40-man roster
October 14, 2009 by
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Right-hander Mike Burns, who had four stints with the Brewers in 2009, was sent outright to Class AAA Nashville.
Brewers' post a 'perfect fit'
October 12, 2009 by
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While adhering to the request of the Milwaukee Brewers not to disclose that he was interviewed for their pitching coach vacancy, Rick Peterson couldn't help admitting Monday that he'd be a "perfect fit" for the club.
"I would say from my vantage...
Houston candidates include Garner, Yost
October 12, 2009 by
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The Houston Astros will interview 10 candidates over the next week to become the team's next manager, including former Milwaukee Brewers skippers Phil Garner and Ned Yost.
The Drill: Playoff sweeps
October 11, 2009 by
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A look at playoff sweeps in Major League baseball
Mound of woes
October 10, 2009 by
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Ten victories. That's what separated the Brewers' 2008 National League wild-card team from their losing, disappointing 2009 entry. Doesn't sound like much, does it? Here are five ways the Brewers can improve their club to regain those 10 victories lost from a year ago.
Brewers player grades
October 10, 2009 by
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INFIELDERS
Alcides Escobar, SS - Without announcing it as such, the Brewers began the transition from J.J. Hardy to Escobar as their starting shortstop on Aug. 12, when they exchanged places at Class AAA Nashville. Escobar lived up to his reputation as a sometimes sensational defender...
Brewers team grades
October 10, 2009 by
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OFFENSE
Under the tutelage of new hitting coach Dale Sveum, the Milwaukee Brewers boosted their on-base percentage from .325 in 2008 to .341, a noteworthy improvement for a team with a bunch of free-swinging sluggers. They ranked third in the National League with 785 runs scored,...
The Drill: Playoff moments to remember
October 08, 2009 by
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Here's a quick look at some great, but underrated, postseason matchups from the past three decades. And a hint to Major League Baseball. If you want some playoff fun, invite the Houston Astros.
Time for a pitch . . . or 2
October 07, 2009 by
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Because the Milwaukee Brewers' finances are driven by attendance more than those of the average big-league franchise, and because it's not likely 3 million customers will again pay to watch a losing team, a sizable off-season splash is going to be required.
Of course, that...
Trade of Fielder or Braun unlikely, Melvin says
October 07, 2009 by
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The Milwaukee Brewers are willing to do most anything this winter to improve their pitching staff.
Anything except trade Prince Fielder or Ryan Braun.
Some Brewers prices going up
October 06, 2009 by
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Ticket prices for Brewers baseball next season are going up an average of 5.3%, the team announced. If you include premium seating in Miller Park, average ticket prices throughout the ballpark went up 4.8%.
For off-season openers, Brewers take care of the closer
October 05, 2009 by
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The Brewers reached agreement Monday with all-time saves leader Trevor Hoffman on a one-year deal for a base salary of $8 million with a mutual option for 2011.
Brewers bringing back Macha
October 04, 2009 by
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Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvin did the expected Sunday, confirming that manager Ken Macha would be back in 2010 for the second year of his two-year deal.
Full Count: Topping the charts
October 04, 2009 by
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With 203 hits, Ryan Braun became the first Brewer to lead the league since Paul Molitor topped the American League with 216 in 1991. Braun was the only NL player with 200 hits. A look at the leaders in hits in the NL for 2009:
Ryan Braun, Milwaukee
203
Miguel Tejada, Houston
198...
Hoffman close to new deal with Brewers
October 04, 2009 by
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Trevor Hoffman was unable to convert his final save opportunity of the year Sunday for the Brewers, but it looks as if he'll be getting plenty more chances in the future.
May the best team lose
October 04, 2009 by
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Like many non-New Yorkers, I root against the Yankees. It's been a losing proposition in recent years - last season was the first time they missed the playoffs since the 20th century.
So now that the pinstripes are in the playoffs again, it gives the postseason more meaning. Because...
Sunday game report: Brewers at Cardinals
October 04, 2009 by
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INSIDE PITCH
PLAYER OF THE GAME
Anthony Witrado
October 04, 2009 by
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Beat writer Anthony Witrado answered questions in the final Brewers chat of the season.
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