As Brewers season approaches, focus is on the "young guys"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers 2014 season is right around the corner, and this year, it seems there's a lot of focus on the "young guys."On October 1st, 2013, Brewers General Manager Doug Melvin gave his end-of-the-year news conference, and much of the focus was on what went wrong, including pitching, a lack of scoring and Ryan Braun.However, Melvin did focus on one positive -- the Brewers' young blood."If you take a look at some of the kids that came up that had the chance.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers 2014 season is right around the corner, and this year, it seems there's a lot of focus on the "young guys."On October 1st, 2013, Brewers General Manager Doug Melvin gave his end-of-the-year news conference, and much of the focus was on what went wrong, including pitching, a lack of scoring and Ryan Braun.However, Melvin did focus on one positive -- the Brewers' young blood."If you take a look at some of the kids that came up that had the chance.
Jim Henderson wins Brewers Bobblehead fan vote
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In a fan vote via Brewers.com, closer Jim Henderson received the most votes among three Brewers pitchers and will be featured as one of eight All-Fan Bobblehead Giveaways at Miller Park this season.Henderson, who tallied more votes than starting pitchers Matt Garza and Wily Peralta, will have his own bobblehead date on Sunday, July 27 when the Brewers take on the New York Mets.Fans could cast a vote at Brewers.com for one of three players – Henderson, Garza or Peralta – from Thursday, January 30 through Friday, February 7 at noon CT.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In a fan vote via Brewers.com, closer Jim Henderson received the most votes among three Brewers pitchers and will be featured as one of eight All-Fan Bobblehead Giveaways at Miller Park this season.Henderson, who tallied more votes than starting pitchers Matt Garza and Wily Peralta, will have his own bobblehead date on Sunday, July 27 when the Brewers take on the New York Mets.Fans could cast a vote at Brewers.com for one of three players – Henderson, Garza or Peralta – from Thursday, January 30 through Friday, February 7 at noon CT.
Brewers to sell group tickets starting Wednesday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers will begin to sell group ticket packages to the general public for all home dates (except Opening Day) beginning this Wednesday at 9 a.m. Group orders of 25 or more tickets have prices starting as low as $5 per person for designated dates and can be ordered by calling the group sales department at 414-902-GRPS (4777).Groups at Miller Park enjoy the advantage of locking in their seating locations before individual tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday, March 1.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers will begin to sell group ticket packages to the general public for all home dates (except Opening Day) beginning this Wednesday at 9 a.m. Group orders of 25 or more tickets have prices starting as low as $5 per person for designated dates and can be ordered by calling the group sales department at 414-902-GRPS (4777).Groups at Miller Park enjoy the advantage of locking in their seating locations before individual tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday, March 1.
Brewers sign reliever Francisco Rodriguez to one-year deal
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers signed free agent right-handed reliever Francisco Rodriguez to a one-year contract on Friday, February 7th.Rodriguez, 32, is 41-36 with a 2.70 ERA and 304 saves in 730 relief appearances with LA of Anaheim (2002-08), New York-NL (2009-11), Milwaukee (2011-13) and Baltimore (2013).
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers signed free agent right-handed reliever Francisco Rodriguez to a one-year contract on Friday, February 7th.Rodriguez, 32, is 41-36 with a 2.70 ERA and 304 saves in 730 relief appearances with LA of Anaheim (2002-08), New York-NL (2009-11), Milwaukee (2011-13) and Baltimore (2013).
Brewers, Leinenkugel's team up for 2014 Arctic Tailgate
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Two of the most anticipated annual “signs of summer” are coming together to form the perfect storm for Brewers fans, and it’s all happening in just a few short weeks at Miller Park.The Milwaukee Brewers have set Saturday, March 1 as the date for this year’s Arctic Tailgate party, which marks the beginning of individual ticket sales at Miller Park.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Two of the most anticipated annual “signs of summer” are coming together to form the perfect storm for Brewers fans, and it’s all happening in just a few short weeks at Miller Park.The Milwaukee Brewers have set Saturday, March 1 as the date for this year’s Arctic Tailgate party, which marks the beginning of individual ticket sales at Miller Park.
Brewers' baseball gear packed up for Spring Training
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The long Wisconsin winter has everyone looking forward to warmer temps, melted snow and green grass.So on Wednesday, February 5th, the Milwaukee Brewers packed up their Spring Training equipment so it could be shipped to the team's ballpark in Maryvale, Arizona.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The long Wisconsin winter has everyone looking forward to warmer temps, melted snow and green grass.So on Wednesday, February 5th, the Milwaukee Brewers packed up their Spring Training equipment so it could be shipped to the team's ballpark in Maryvale, Arizona.
Who's on first for the Milwaukee Brewers this season?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Spring Training is right around the corner, and most people think the biggest issue in Arizona will be Ryan Braun's performance, but perhaps the most important issue is who's on first?The "Who's on First" comedy sketch became famous in the 1940s -- before the Brewers even existed."Who's on First" is a comedy routine made famous by Abbott and Costello.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Spring Training is right around the corner, and most people think the biggest issue in Arizona will be Ryan Braun's performance, but perhaps the most important issue is who's on first?The "Who's on First" comedy sketch became famous in the 1940s -- before the Brewers even existed."Who's on First" is a comedy routine made famous by Abbott and Costello.
Brewers say Bob Uecker to scale back travel schedule in 2014
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers, via their website, have announced Brewers announcer Bob Uecker plans to scale back his travel schedule for 2014.Uecker is 79 years old, and entering his 44th season calling games for the Brewers.According to the article at Brewers.com -- Uecker is heeding the advice of his friend, and Brewers owner Mark Attanasio by easing his workload.The Brewers say Uecker will still call Brewers home games, but may skip some of the longer road trips.The article at Brewers.com says Uecker has stressed that he is in good health, and suggested his travel schedule would be fluid.Uecker has not missed a significant number of games since 2010, when he underwent open heart surgery and was out for about three months.The article at Brewers.com quotes Uecker as saying: "Last year, I thought, 'I'm coming up on 80 years old, and it's not a bad idea to kick back and enjoy yourself a little bit and take some time off and catch a few extra fish and do the things I enjoy doing.' Like I said before, it's hard to get out.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers, via their website, have announced Brewers announcer Bob Uecker plans to scale back his travel schedule for 2014.Uecker is 79 years old, and entering his 44th season calling games for the Brewers.According to the article at Brewers.com -- Uecker is heeding the advice of his friend, and Brewers owner Mark Attanasio by easing his workload.The Brewers say Uecker will still call Brewers home games, but may skip some of the longer road trips.The article at Brewers.com says Uecker has stressed that he is in good health, and suggested his travel schedule would be fluid.Uecker has not missed a significant number of games since 2010, when he underwent open heart surgery and was out for about three months.The article at Brewers.com quotes Uecker as saying: "Last year, I thought, 'I'm coming up on 80 years old, and it's not a bad idea to kick back and enjoy yourself a little bit and take some time off and catch a few extra fish and do the things I enjoy doing.' Like I said before, it's hard to get out.
Brewers looking crowded on the mound ahead of Spring Training
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Pitchers and catchers report for Spring Training in just a couple of weeks and the Milwaukee Brewers have a new ace showing up in Arizona this year!To say the Brewers' pitching struggled last season -- that's putting it nicely!"I wasn't consistent in my starts and that's what hurt me," Yovani Gallardo said."I wish you could cut four or five starts out, but you can't.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Pitchers and catchers report for Spring Training in just a couple of weeks and the Milwaukee Brewers have a new ace showing up in Arizona this year!To say the Brewers' pitching struggled last season -- that's putting it nicely!"I wasn't consistent in my starts and that's what hurt me," Yovani Gallardo said."I wish you could cut four or five starts out, but you can't.
Ryan Braun makes appearance at Brewers On Deck event
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hundreds made the trek to the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee on Sunday, January 26th for the annual "Brewers On Deck" event -- and Ryan Braun was on hand.Braun on Sunday made his first big appearance since his August apology for using performance-enhancing drugs.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hundreds made the trek to the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee on Sunday, January 26th for the annual "Brewers On Deck" event -- and Ryan Braun was on hand.Braun on Sunday made his first big appearance since his August apology for using performance-enhancing drugs.
Brewers sign free agent Matt Garza to four-year contract
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have signed free agent, right-handed starter Matt Garza to a four-year contract with a vesting option for the 2018 season.The announcement was made by President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Doug Melvin.“Matt is an established top-of-the-rotation pitcher who provides our staff with experience and quality depth,” said Melvin.Garza, 30, is 67-67 with a 3.84 ERA in 194 games (191 starts) during eight Major League seasons with Minnesota (2006-07), Tampa Bay (2008-10), Chicago-NL (2011-13) and Texas (2013).
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have signed free agent, right-handed starter Matt Garza to a four-year contract with a vesting option for the 2018 season.The announcement was made by President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Doug Melvin.“Matt is an established top-of-the-rotation pitcher who provides our staff with experience and quality depth,” said Melvin.Garza, 30, is 67-67 with a 3.84 ERA in 194 games (191 starts) during eight Major League seasons with Minnesota (2006-07), Tampa Bay (2008-10), Chicago-NL (2011-13) and Texas (2013).
Brewers On Deck
The frigid weather might not be a reminder but baseball season is right around the corner.
The frigid weather might not be a reminder but baseball season is right around the corner.
Schedules for "Brewers on Deck" announced
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Nearly 30 Milwaukee Brewers players plus a host of alumni, coaches, front office executives and broadcasters are scheduled to participate in Brewers On Deck, presented by Time Warner Cable, which is set to take place on Sunday, January 26 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Wisconsin Center.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Nearly 30 Milwaukee Brewers players plus a host of alumni, coaches, front office executives and broadcasters are scheduled to participate in Brewers On Deck, presented by Time Warner Cable, which is set to take place on Sunday, January 26 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Wisconsin Center.
Uecker to be honored with second statue at Miller Park
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced plans on Wednesday, January 22nd for a new Bob Uecker statue at Miller Park.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced plans on Wednesday, January 22nd for a new Bob Uecker statue at Miller Park.
Brewers Opening Day ticket opportunity begins Tuesday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – The Milwaukee Brewers have announced specifics of an Opening Day Ticket Opportunity that will allow fans the chance to purchase tickets to Opening Day and weekend games at Miller Park prior to the sale of individual tickets.Beginning January 21 at 9 a.m. and continuing through Monday, February 17, fans can go to Brewers.com and register for the opportunity to purchase up to four tickets to Opening Day on Monday, March 31 against the Atlanta Braves.Due to limited availability, the Opening Day Ticket Opportunity includes single seats, standing room only and some obstructed view seats.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – The Milwaukee Brewers have announced specifics of an Opening Day Ticket Opportunity that will allow fans the chance to purchase tickets to Opening Day and weekend games at Miller Park prior to the sale of individual tickets.Beginning January 21 at 9 a.m. and continuing through Monday, February 17, fans can go to Brewers.com and register for the opportunity to purchase up to four tickets to Opening Day on Monday, March 31 against the Atlanta Braves.Due to limited availability, the Opening Day Ticket Opportunity includes single seats, standing room only and some obstructed view seats.
Who's on 1st for Crew? Looks a wrap with Reynolds
MILWAUKEE -- On Thursday night, The Milwaukee Brewers were reportedly close to wrapping up a minor league contract with veteran Mark Reynolds, a first baseman/3rd baseman who has pop in his bat.Reynolds has apparently been told he's almost a lock to make the major league club.
MILWAUKEE -- On Thursday night, The Milwaukee Brewers were reportedly close to wrapping up a minor league contract with veteran Mark Reynolds, a first baseman/3rd baseman who has pop in his bat.Reynolds has apparently been told he's almost a lock to make the major league club.
Brewers announce multi-year partnership with Toyota
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday, January 16th, a multi-year partnership renewal with Toyota.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday, January 16th, a multi-year partnership renewal with Toyota.
Milwaukee Brewers unveil complete 2014 schedule
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Wednesday, January 15th, the complete schedule for the 2014 season, with all home and road game times.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Wednesday, January 15th, the complete schedule for the 2014 season, with all home and road game times.
Brewers to name parking lot in honor of Johnny Logan
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers will rename the media/staff parking lot at Miller Park in honor of former Milwaukee Braves All-Star shortstop Johnny Logan.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers will rename the media/staff parking lot at Miller Park in honor of former Milwaukee Braves All-Star shortstop Johnny Logan.
Brewers 10-pack ticket plans go on sale January 8th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The countdown to Opening Day is on – with 82 days to go – and fans can secure their seat to the season opener on Monday, March 31 vs.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The countdown to Opening Day is on – with 82 days to go – and fans can secure their seat to the season opener on Monday, March 31 vs.