Milwaukee Brewers sign manager Craig Counsell to 3-year contract extension through 2023
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers and Manager Craig Counsell have agreed to a three-year contract extension through the 2023 season.In a news release, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager David Stearns issued the following statement:
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers and Manager Craig Counsell have agreed to a three-year contract extension through the 2023 season.In a news release, President of Baseball Operations and General Manager David Stearns issued the following statement:
AP sources: Former Brewers 1st baseman Eric Thames reaches deal with Washington Nationals
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Washington Nationals are bringing back reliever Daniel Hudson and adding first baseman Eric Thames.Each deal was confirmed to the AP by people speaking on condition of anonymity because neither was announced Monday, Jan. 6.Thames moves into the lefty-hitting first baseman role filled by Matt Adams last season.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Washington Nationals are bringing back reliever Daniel Hudson and adding first baseman Eric Thames.Each deal was confirmed to the AP by people speaking on condition of anonymity because neither was announced Monday, Jan. 6.Thames moves into the lefty-hitting first baseman role filled by Matt Adams last season.
Report: Milwaukee Brewers sign 1B Justin Smoak for 1-year, $5M contract
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have signed free-agent first baseman Justin Smoak to a one-year, $5 million contract, according to Ken Rosenthal of MLB on FOX.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have signed free-agent first baseman Justin Smoak to a one-year, $5 million contract, according to Ken Rosenthal of MLB on FOX.
Star Wars Night at Miller Park set for May 9, 2020, special presale underway now
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday, Dec. 19 that Star Wars Night at Miller Park is set for Saturday, May 9, 2020.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday, Dec. 19 that Star Wars Night at Miller Park is set for Saturday, May 9, 2020.
Lindblom can make $18,125,000 over 3 seasons with Brewers
MILWAUKEE — Josh Lindblom would earn $18,125,000 over the next three seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers if he pitches at least 190 innings per season.The 32-year-old right-hander receives a $875,000 signing bonus and $2.75 million annual salaries as part of the three-year contract announced Monday, a deal that guarantees $9,125,000.He can earn $3 million annually in performance bonuses based on innings: $125,000 each for 90, 100, 110 and 120, $250,000 apiece for 130, 140, 150 and 160, and $500,000 each for 170, 180 and 190.Lindblom has additional award bonuses and can become a free agent when the contract ends.Lindbloom was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second round of the 2008 amateur draft, and he made six starts and 108 relief appearances from 2011-14 for the Dodgers, Philadelphia, Texas and Oakland.
MILWAUKEE — Josh Lindblom would earn $18,125,000 over the next three seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers if he pitches at least 190 innings per season.The 32-year-old right-hander receives a $875,000 signing bonus and $2.75 million annual salaries as part of the three-year contract announced Monday, a deal that guarantees $9,125,000.He can earn $3 million annually in performance bonuses based on innings: $125,000 each for 90, 100, 110 and 120, $250,000 apiece for 130, 140, 150 and 160, and $500,000 each for 170, 180 and 190.Lindblom has additional award bonuses and can become a free agent when the contract ends.Lindbloom was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second round of the 2008 amateur draft, and he made six starts and 108 relief appearances from 2011-14 for the Dodgers, Philadelphia, Texas and Oakland.
Report: Free agent IF Eric Sogard to be back with Brewers with 1-year deal
MILWAUKEE -- MLB on FOX Reporter Ken Rosenthal reports free-agent infielder Eric Sogard will be coming back to the Milwaukee Brewers for 2020.Rosenthal says Sogard's deal is for one year -- with a club option in 2021.
MILWAUKEE -- MLB on FOX Reporter Ken Rosenthal reports free-agent infielder Eric Sogard will be coming back to the Milwaukee Brewers for 2020.Rosenthal says Sogard's deal is for one year -- with a club option in 2021.
Brewers sign free agent 1B/3B Ryon Healy to 1-year deal
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers signed on Tuesday, Dec. 17 free agent 1B/3B Ryon Healy to a one-year contract.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers signed on Tuesday, Dec. 17 free agent 1B/3B Ryon Healy to a one-year contract.
OF Avisail Garcia signs 2-year deal with Brewers worth $20M
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have signed free-agent outfielder Avisaíl García to a two-year contract with a club option for 2022.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have signed free-agent outfielder Avisaíl García to a two-year contract with a club option for 2022.
Brewers sign RHP Josh Lindblom to 3-year deal worth $9.125M
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Monday, Dec. 16 the team has signed free-agent right-handed pitcher Josh Lindblom to a three-year contract for $9,125,000.Lindblom, 32, has pitched the majority of the last five seasons in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) with the Lotte Giants (2015-17) and Doosan Bears (2018-19).
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Monday, Dec. 16 the team has signed free-agent right-handed pitcher Josh Lindblom to a three-year contract for $9,125,000.Lindblom, 32, has pitched the majority of the last five seasons in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) with the Lotte Giants (2015-17) and Doosan Bears (2018-19).
Brett Anderson, Milwaukee Brewers agree to $5M, 1-year deal
MILWAUKEE — Left-hander Brett Anderson is the latest addition to the quickly transforming Milwaukee Brewers, agreeing Friday to a $5 million, one-year contract.The 31-year-old left-hander was 13-9 with a 3.89 ERA in 31 starts with Oakland last season, when he had a $1.5 million base salary and earned $1 million in performance bonuses based on starts.“We looked at Brett as a pitcher who has proven throughout his career that when he's able to stay healthy, he's been effective,” Brewers general manager David Stearns said. “He's someone who throws strikes consistently.
MILWAUKEE — Left-hander Brett Anderson is the latest addition to the quickly transforming Milwaukee Brewers, agreeing Friday to a $5 million, one-year contract.The 31-year-old left-hander was 13-9 with a 3.89 ERA in 31 starts with Oakland last season, when he had a $1.5 million base salary and earned $1 million in performance bonuses based on starts.“We looked at Brett as a pitcher who has proven throughout his career that when he's able to stay healthy, he's been effective,” Brewers general manager David Stearns said. “He's someone who throws strikes consistently.
Corey Knebel, Brewers agree 1-year contract
SAN DIEGO — The Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a one-year contract for $5,125,000 with pitcher Corey Knebel, who is returning from Tommy John surgery.A 28-year-old right-hander, Knebel hurt his elbow during spring training and had surgery April 3.
SAN DIEGO — The Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a one-year contract for $5,125,000 with pitcher Corey Knebel, who is returning from Tommy John surgery.A 28-year-old right-hander, Knebel hurt his elbow during spring training and had surgery April 3.
New book covers Brewers skipper Craig Counsell, who 'might be the best manager in the big leagues'
MILWAUKEE -- Craig Counsell grew up a fan of the Milwaukee Brewers, spent two stints as a player, and has been Milwaukee's manager since the middle of the 2015 season.
MILWAUKEE -- Craig Counsell grew up a fan of the Milwaukee Brewers, spent two stints as a player, and has been Milwaukee's manager since the middle of the 2015 season.
Brewers' Christian Yelich, Josh Hader named to All-MLB 1st team for 2019
NEW YORK -- Major League Baseball released on Tuesday, Dec. 10 the names for its All-MLB team in 2019 -- and Milwaukee Brewers superstars Christian Yelich and Josh Hader are among those who made the cut!
NEW YORK -- Major League Baseball released on Tuesday, Dec. 10 the names for its All-MLB team in 2019 -- and Milwaukee Brewers superstars Christian Yelich and Josh Hader are among those who made the cut!
Jobs: Milwaukee Brewers are looking for die-hard fans that live and breathe baseball
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers need you!The team announced in a news release on Monday, Dec. 9 that officials are looking for "highly energetic individuals to become invaluable members of the team next season.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers need you!The team announced in a news release on Monday, Dec. 9 that officials are looking for "highly energetic individuals to become invaluable members of the team next season.
Brewers Clubhouse sale clearing out last 'M' logo merchandise, apparel
MILWAUKEE -- There are some major savings going on at Miller Park.The Brewers Clubhouse sale is offering savings of up to 80% off old "M" logo merchandise and apparel.
MILWAUKEE -- There are some major savings going on at Miller Park.The Brewers Clubhouse sale is offering savings of up to 80% off old "M" logo merchandise and apparel.
Triple bobblehead puzzle set featuring Rodgers, Yelich, Giannis caps off MVP Birthday Week
MILWAUKEE -- Capping off MVP Birthday Week in Wisconsin, officials with the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum announced on Tuesday, Dec. 3 the scheduled release of a limited-edition bobblehead set featuring Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, Milwaukee Brewers' slugger Christian Yelich, and Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo -- set for Friday morning, Dec. 6.The unique bobblehead set fits together at the base to form the shape of Wisconsin, making this a first bobblehead set that connects to form a state.The limited-edition bobbleheads, which are each individually numbered to only 1,500, can be purchased online from the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum and BobblesGalore.During the limited introductory period, the bobbleheads will be $175 for the set with free shipping.
MILWAUKEE -- Capping off MVP Birthday Week in Wisconsin, officials with the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum announced on Tuesday, Dec. 3 the scheduled release of a limited-edition bobblehead set featuring Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, Milwaukee Brewers' slugger Christian Yelich, and Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo -- set for Friday morning, Dec. 6.The unique bobblehead set fits together at the base to form the shape of Wisconsin, making this a first bobblehead set that connects to form a state.The limited-edition bobbleheads, which are each individually numbered to only 1,500, can be purchased online from the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum and BobblesGalore.During the limited introductory period, the bobbleheads will be $175 for the set with free shipping.
Holiday shoppers take note! Brewers annual Clubhouse Sale at Miller Park set for Dec. 6-7
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers’ 39th annual Clubhouse Sale will take place on Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 inside the visiting clubhouse at Miller Park, featuring savings of up to 80 percent off M logo merchandise and apparel.The Clubhouse Sale will be open to fans from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on these dates and include a free 2019 media guide or yearbook as well as a free reusable shopping bag with every purchase, while supplies last.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers’ 39th annual Clubhouse Sale will take place on Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 inside the visiting clubhouse at Miller Park, featuring savings of up to 80 percent off M logo merchandise and apparel.The Clubhouse Sale will be open to fans from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on these dates and include a free 2019 media guide or yearbook as well as a free reusable shopping bag with every purchase, while supplies last.
Milwaukee Brewers add catcher Omar Narváez in trade with Seattle Mariners
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired catcher Omar Narváez from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-handed pitcher Adam Hill and a 2020 Competitive Balance Round B selection.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired catcher Omar Narváez from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-handed pitcher Adam Hill and a 2020 Competitive Balance Round B selection.
'The Stadium Tour:' Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard, Poison, Joan Jett coming to Miller Park in August
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday, Dec. 4 announced that Miller Park will host The Stadium Tour featuring Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard, with Poison and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020.The concert is part of a 22-stop stadium tour visiting the country’s most iconic stadiums, according to the release.“We’re pleased to welcome The Stadium Tour to Miller Park,” said Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger in the release. “This promises to be an unforgettable show headlined by four of the most successful bands in rock.”The release included the following details on each of the performers:
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday, Dec. 4 announced that Miller Park will host The Stadium Tour featuring Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard, with Poison and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020.The concert is part of a 22-stop stadium tour visiting the country’s most iconic stadiums, according to the release.“We’re pleased to welcome The Stadium Tour to Miller Park,” said Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger in the release. “This promises to be an unforgettable show headlined by four of the most successful bands in rock.”The release included the following details on each of the performers:
Baby Braun on the way: 'Three's Company May 2020'
MILWAUKEE -- It appears Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun and his wife are expecting!
MILWAUKEE -- It appears Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun and his wife are expecting!