Moustakas gets big hit in 8th, Brewers rally past Braves 4-2
ATLANTA — Mike Moustakas hit a two-run double in the eighth inning, Josh Hader recorded a two-inning save and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied to beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Saturday night.Atlanta began the game leading the NL East by one percentage point and had won nine of 12.
ATLANTA — Mike Moustakas hit a two-run double in the eighth inning, Josh Hader recorded a two-inning save and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied to beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Saturday night.Atlanta began the game leading the NL East by one percentage point and had won nine of 12.
Brewers fall to Braves 10-1
ATLANTA — Kevin Gausman pitched eight strong innings to win his SunTrust Park debut, Ender Inciarte drove in four runs and the Atlanta Braves beat the Milwaukee Brewers 10-1 on Friday night.Nick Markakis added three RBIs and Johan Camargo had two, helping the Braves win for the ninth time in 12 games.
ATLANTA — Kevin Gausman pitched eight strong innings to win his SunTrust Park debut, Ender Inciarte drove in four runs and the Atlanta Braves beat the Milwaukee Brewers 10-1 on Friday night.Nick Markakis added three RBIs and Johan Camargo had two, helping the Braves win for the ninth time in 12 games.
Milwaukee Brewers fall 8-4 to San Diego Padres
MILWAUKEE -- Hunter Renfroe hit a go-ahead grand slam in the ninth inning, his fourth straight game with a home run, and the San Diego Padres rallied for an 8-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday.The Padres trailed 4-2 entering the ninth, but rallied against Brewers relievers Corey Knebel and Joakim Soria.Knebel walked the bases loaded and allowed a run-scoring infield single to Travis Jankowski before Soria entered to try to escape the jam.Soria retired Eric Hosmer before Renfroe hammered a 1-2 pitch deep into the left-field bleachers for his grand slam.Renfroe became the first Padres player to hit home runs and have multiple RBI games in four consecutive games.Franmil Reyes added a solo homer to right off Jacob Barnes to cap the Padres' stunning six-run rally.
MILWAUKEE -- Hunter Renfroe hit a go-ahead grand slam in the ninth inning, his fourth straight game with a home run, and the San Diego Padres rallied for an 8-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday.The Padres trailed 4-2 entering the ninth, but rallied against Brewers relievers Corey Knebel and Joakim Soria.Knebel walked the bases loaded and allowed a run-scoring infield single to Travis Jankowski before Soria entered to try to escape the jam.Soria retired Eric Hosmer before Renfroe hammered a 1-2 pitch deep into the left-field bleachers for his grand slam.Renfroe became the first Padres player to hit home runs and have multiple RBI games in four consecutive games.Franmil Reyes added a solo homer to right off Jacob Barnes to cap the Padres' stunning six-run rally.
Brewers try for sweep but fall to Rockies 5-4 in 11th inning
MILWAUKEE — Nolan Arenado hit a go-ahead homer with two outs in the 11th inning and the Colorado Rockies beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 on Sunday thanks to an overturned replay review.Arenado's 29th homer of the season came off Brewers closer Corey Knebel (2-2) and helped the Rockies avoid a sweep, giving them a sigh of relief on the flight home after an otherwise tough Midwest trip.With Colorado closer Wade Davis struggling, the Brewers rallied for three runs in the ninth off Adam Ottavino in a save situation.
MILWAUKEE — Nolan Arenado hit a go-ahead homer with two outs in the 11th inning and the Colorado Rockies beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 on Sunday thanks to an overturned replay review.Arenado's 29th homer of the season came off Brewers closer Corey Knebel (2-2) and helped the Rockies avoid a sweep, giving them a sigh of relief on the flight home after an otherwise tough Midwest trip.With Colorado closer Wade Davis struggling, the Brewers rallied for three runs in the ninth off Adam Ottavino in a save situation.
Brewers claim right-handed pitcher Jordan Lyles from Padres
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Brewers announced they had claimed right-hander Jordan Lyles off waivers from the San Diego Padres on Sunday.The 27-year-old Lyles is 2-4 with a 4.29 ERA in 24 appearances, including eight starts, this season."He's always had a really good arm.
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Brewers announced they had claimed right-hander Jordan Lyles off waivers from the San Diego Padres on Sunday.The 27-year-old Lyles is 2-4 with a 4.29 ERA in 24 appearances, including eight starts, this season."He's always had a really good arm.
Travis Shaw, Freddy Peralta lift Brewers to 8-4 win over Rockies
MILWAUKEE -- Travis Shaw hit a grand slam during Milwaukee's six-run first inning, and the Brewers beat the Colorado Rockies 8-4 on Saturday night.Milwaukee won for the fourth time in six games stayed one back of NL Central-leading Chicago, which held on for a 5-4 win over San Diego.
MILWAUKEE -- Travis Shaw hit a grand slam during Milwaukee's six-run first inning, and the Brewers beat the Colorado Rockies 8-4 on Saturday night.Milwaukee won for the fourth time in six games stayed one back of NL Central-leading Chicago, which held on for a 5-4 win over San Diego.
Watch: Eric Thames hits walk-off homer, Brewers top Rockies 5-3
MILWAUKEE — Eric Thames hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth off embattled Rockies closer Wade Davis, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat Colorado 5-3 on Friday night.
MILWAUKEE — Eric Thames hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth off embattled Rockies closer Wade Davis, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat Colorado 5-3 on Friday night.
'Godzilla powers:' Boy sends Milwaukee Brewers Godzilla figures to bring good luck
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to good luck charms, some think of a rabbit's foot or a four-leaf clover.
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to good luck charms, some think of a rabbit's foot or a four-leaf clover.
Los Angeles Dodgers defeat Milwaukee Brewers 21-5
LOS ANGELES — It took 56 years for Dodger Stadium to see a game like this.Cody Bellinger hit a grand slam, Joc Pederson and Yasiel Puig hit two homers each, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Milwaukee Brewers 21-5 on Thursday night.Brian Dozier and Justin Turner also went deep as Los Angeles finished with its highest scoring total at Dodger Stadium.
LOS ANGELES — It took 56 years for Dodger Stadium to see a game like this.Cody Bellinger hit a grand slam, Joc Pederson and Yasiel Puig hit two homers each, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Milwaukee Brewers 21-5 on Thursday night.Brian Dozier and Justin Turner also went deep as Los Angeles finished with its highest scoring total at Dodger Stadium.
Mylar balloon caused power outage in Brewers-Dodgers game
LOS ANGELES — Authorities say a power outage at Dodger Stadium that caused a 23-minute delay of a game between the Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers was caused by a Mylar balloon that made contact with overhead electrical equipment.The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power says an automated switch rerouted power to the stadium in two seconds Monday night.Equipment, however, had to be reset and powered back on by stadium personnel.The city utility says electrical wires can be melted when metallic balloons come in contact with power lines, causing fires, property damage or an outage.There are approximately 150 Mylar-related outage incidents citywide annually.
LOS ANGELES — Authorities say a power outage at Dodger Stadium that caused a 23-minute delay of a game between the Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers was caused by a Mylar balloon that made contact with overhead electrical equipment.The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power says an automated switch rerouted power to the stadium in two seconds Monday night.Equipment, however, had to be reset and powered back on by stadium personnel.The city utility says electrical wires can be melted when metallic balloons come in contact with power lines, causing fires, property damage or an outage.There are approximately 150 Mylar-related outage incidents citywide annually.
Brewers pick up 2nd baseman Jonathan Schoop from Orioles; trade away Villar, others
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers are picking up second baseman Jonathan Schoop from the Baltimore Orioles.The Brewers say in exchange the Orioles will get second baseman Jonathan Villar, RHP Luis Ortiz and infielder Jean Carmona.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers are picking up second baseman Jonathan Schoop from the Baltimore Orioles.The Brewers say in exchange the Orioles will get second baseman Jonathan Villar, RHP Luis Ortiz and infielder Jean Carmona.
At Miller Park, Prince Fielder says getting Brewers back to playoffs in '08 was 'the most fun I had playing baseball'
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers on July 24 went back in time to honor a couple of players and front office members who brought a lot of winning to the city -- and that's not all they were known for."We are all getting flashbacks and stuff and it's pretty cool," said Prince Fielder, former Brewers' first baseman.Fielder and Geoff Jenkins, former Brewers' outfielder, along with former GM Doug Melvin were honored at Miller Park."So many great memories here.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers on July 24 went back in time to honor a couple of players and front office members who brought a lot of winning to the city -- and that's not all they were known for."We are all getting flashbacks and stuff and it's pretty cool," said Prince Fielder, former Brewers' first baseman.Fielder and Geoff Jenkins, former Brewers' outfielder, along with former GM Doug Melvin were honored at Miller Park."So many great memories here.
Brewers OF Christian Yelich named National League Player of the Week
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich has been named the National League Player of the Week.Yelich batted .517 (15-for-29) with eight runs scored, three doubles, a triple, three home runs and 10 RBI across seven games played to claim his first career NL Player of the Week Award.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich has been named the National League Player of the Week.Yelich batted .517 (15-for-29) with eight runs scored, three doubles, a triple, three home runs and 10 RBI across seven games played to claim his first career NL Player of the Week Award.
Brewers fall to Giants 8-5; San Francisco avoids 4-game sweep
SAN FRANCISCO — Pablo Sandoval had no problem legging out his first triple in more than three years.
SAN FRANCISCO — Pablo Sandoval had no problem legging out his first triple in more than three years.
Jhoulys Chacin dominant in Brewers' 7-1 win over Giants
SAN FRANCISCO — Jhoulys Chacin didn't have much control early and hit leadoff batter Andrew McCutchen with his third pitch.
SAN FRANCISCO — Jhoulys Chacin didn't have much control early and hit leadoff batter Andrew McCutchen with his third pitch.
Brewers get 3rd baseman Mike Moustakas from Royals
SAN FRANCISCO — The Milwaukee Brewers found the left-handed power hitter they sought, acquiring third baseman Mike Moustakas on Friday from the Kansas City Royals to complete a second significant trade in two days as the club makes a push for its first playoff appearance since 2011."We were looking for another big bat to add to the lineup and we got it," manager Craig Counsell said. "We feel like we can put together a really tough lineup on a daily basis now."The Brewers sent outfielder Brett Phillips and pitcher Jorge Lopez to the Royals, who are in last place in the AL Central.Milwaukee announced the trade after beating the San Francisco Giants 3-1.
SAN FRANCISCO — The Milwaukee Brewers found the left-handed power hitter they sought, acquiring third baseman Mike Moustakas on Friday from the Kansas City Royals to complete a second significant trade in two days as the club makes a push for its first playoff appearance since 2011."We were looking for another big bat to add to the lineup and we got it," manager Craig Counsell said. "We feel like we can put together a really tough lineup on a daily basis now."The Brewers sent outfielder Brett Phillips and pitcher Jorge Lopez to the Royals, who are in last place in the AL Central.Milwaukee announced the trade after beating the San Francisco Giants 3-1.
Braun's offense helps Anderson to first win in nearly month; Brewers beat Giants 3-1
SAN FRANCISCO — The contending Milwaukee Brewers made two trades in as many days to bolster their bullpen for all these close games and try to generate more runs so they don't have to be in so many tight ones.A day after acquiring veteran reliever Joakim Soria from the Chicago White Sox, Milwaukee landed third baseman Mike Moustakas on Friday from the Kansas City Royals as the club chases its first playoff appearance since reaching the 2011 NL championship series."We were looking for another big bat to add to the lineup and we got it," manager Craig Counsell said following a 3-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants. "We feel like we can put together a really tough lineup on a daily basis now."Moustakas, who will be reunited with former World Series champion teammate Lorenzo Cain, was expected to be at AT&T Park on Saturday and available for the night game.Ryan Braun hit an RBI single and drove in two runs to back Chase Anderson's first victory in nearly a month, leading Milwaukee to another late rally.Soria pitched the seventh in his Milwaukee debut.
SAN FRANCISCO — The contending Milwaukee Brewers made two trades in as many days to bolster their bullpen for all these close games and try to generate more runs so they don't have to be in so many tight ones.A day after acquiring veteran reliever Joakim Soria from the Chicago White Sox, Milwaukee landed third baseman Mike Moustakas on Friday from the Kansas City Royals as the club chases its first playoff appearance since reaching the 2011 NL championship series."We were looking for another big bat to add to the lineup and we got it," manager Craig Counsell said following a 3-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants. "We feel like we can put together a really tough lineup on a daily basis now."Moustakas, who will be reunited with former World Series champion teammate Lorenzo Cain, was expected to be at AT&T Park on Saturday and available for the night game.Ryan Braun hit an RBI single and drove in two runs to back Chase Anderson's first victory in nearly a month, leading Milwaukee to another late rally.Soria pitched the seventh in his Milwaukee debut.
Brewers trade 2 pitching prospects to White Sox for RHP Joakim Soria
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have picked up right-handed pitcher Joakim Soria from the Chicago White Fox in exchange for left-handed pitcher Kodi Medeiros and right-handed pitcher Wilber Perez.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers have picked up right-handed pitcher Joakim Soria from the Chicago White Fox in exchange for left-handed pitcher Kodi Medeiros and right-handed pitcher Wilber Perez.
Brewers fall short at Miller Park, lose to Nationals 7-3
MILWAUKEE — Bryce Harper tied for the NL lead with his 25th home run, Tanner Roark pitched eight scoreless innings to end a seven-start winless streak the Washington Nationals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-3 on Wednesday.Harper hit a three-run homer in the fifth against Freddy Peralta (4-2) for a 6-0 lead, matching Milwaukee's Jesus Aguilar, Colorado's Nolan Arenado and St.
MILWAUKEE — Bryce Harper tied for the NL lead with his 25th home run, Tanner Roark pitched eight scoreless innings to end a seven-start winless streak the Washington Nationals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-3 on Wednesday.Harper hit a three-run homer in the fifth against Freddy Peralta (4-2) for a 6-0 lead, matching Milwaukee's Jesus Aguilar, Colorado's Nolan Arenado and St.