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NL Central predictions: Why rising Brewers star seems poised for another big season

With Opening Day looming for all teams, let's gaze into the crystal ball to see what's in store for every team in the National League Central.

National League way-too-early trade candidates

Opening Day looms for every team but the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs, but Yardbarker MLB writers are already thinking about the MLB trade deadline July 31. 

Why Wisconsin-BYU could be closest game of second round

After securing first-round victories in the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, No. 3-seed Wisconsin and No. 6-seed BYU will face each other in the second round on Saturday.

NL best-case scenarios: Why Braves, Cubs have high ceilings

Wisconsin ties Big Ten Tournament record in win over UCLA

The Badgers will face the top-seeded Michigan State Spartans in the Big Ten tournament semifinals.

Who's due to regress in National League this season?

Hope springs eternal for most baseball fans during spring training. Yardbarker MLB writers, however, are here to deliver downers.

Brewers add needed veteran to starting rotation

Being seen as the Brewers "owner" for many seasons, Milwaukee will be happy to have him on its side of the mound.

One new face who could make a major impact on each NL team

Ahead of the regular season, Yardbarker MLB writers identify one new face on every NL team who could make a major impact in 2025.

Spring training could determine who fills Brewers' infield void in 2025

With a lot of depth in the infield, second-year Brewers manager Pat Murphy will have to figure out the perfect combination of players come Opening Day.

Top prospect on every National League team

You may know the veteran stars on every team, but not every fan has a handle on top prospects. With spring training under way, Yardbarker MLB writers identify the top prospect on every NL team.

Biggest concern for every National League team

Hope springs eternal for most MLB fans this time of year. But all teams have concerns — some massive, others relatively minor. Ahead of this week's start of spring training games, Yardbarker MLB writers identify the biggest concern for each National League team.

How Kyle Kuzma can help Bucks fans move on from Khris Middleton

So far, the sample size (three games) is small for Kyle Kuzma, who Milwaukee acquired from the Washington Wizards before the NBA trade deadline for Khris Middleton, a three-time All-Star

Josh Jacobs discusses efforts to recruit talent to Green Bay

Following their 22-10 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC wild-card round, Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs said he wanted to help add talent to the roster.

Does Jurickson Profar signing make Braves a top NL East contender?

Following a standout 2024 season with the San Diego Padres — slashing .280/.380/.459, hitting 24 home runs, driving in 94 runs and earning his first All-Star appearance and Silver Slugger Award — 31-year-old outfielder Jurickson Profar signed a three-year, $42 million deal with the Atlanta Braves.

Potential star with a nasty change-up could seize closer role for Brewers

In the minors last season, Craig Yoho posted a 0.94 ERA,  0.94 WHIP, .151 batting average against and 101 strikeouts in just 57.2 innings.

'Best team that T.J. has had': No. 2 Iowa State climbing to historic heights

Four years ago, T.J. Otzelberger inherited an Iowa State basketball program coming off a 2-22 season, including 0-18 in the Big 12.

Could return to form of ace end Brewers' joker status in playoffs?

After missing the entire 2024 season following surgery on the anterior capsule in his right shoulder, Brandon Woodruff aims to return to ace status for the Milwaukee Brewers.

What two major additions could mean for Nationals in top-heavy NL East

The Washington Nationals made headlines recently with the additions of first basemen Nathaniel Lowe and Josh Bell. 

Wildly successful Packers are playoff bound, but huge question remains

With an easy 34-0 win over the New Orleans Saints on Monday, the Green Bay Packers are in the playoffs for the fifth time in six seasons under head coach Matt LaFleur. 

What Devin Williams-Nestor Cortes deal means for Brewers

Milwaukee hopes Nestor Cortes brings a vital left-handed presence to the starting rotation.

Why this under-the-radar pitcher could flourish with Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers have a reputation for identifying and nurturing under-the-radar pitching talent, especially players who have struggled with other organizations.

Packers 'not scared of Lions,' but Green Bay unit has work to do

The Green Bay Packers' defense struggled in critical late-game situations during Thursday's 34-31 loss against the Detroit Lions, who have the league's top offense.

'Coach's dream': RB Josh Jacobs turning heads for Packers

Running back Josh Jacobs' signing with Green Bay in the offseason generated considerable buzz. Could he replace longtime Packers standout Aaron Jones?

A four-point plan for Brewers manager Pat Murphy, the NL Manager of Year

After manager Pat Murphy's strong first year with Milwaukee, expectations for 2025 are high for the Brewers. 

Watch: Brandon Jennings was hyped during Giannis Antetokounmpo's historic game

On Wednesday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a season-high 59 points.