Brewers sign Japanese batting champion to two-year deal
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers signed outfield Norichika Aoki to a two-year contract Tuesday.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers signed outfield Norichika Aoki to a two-year contract Tuesday.
Brewers sign Rodriguez to one-year deal worth $8 million
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Brewers and reliever Francisco Rodriguez have agreed to an $8 million, one-year deal, avoiding arbitration.Rodriguez, who had an $11.5 million salary last year, can make $625,000 in performance bonuses based on games finished: $125,000 each for 15, 20 and 25, and $250,000 for 30.Brewers general manager Doug Melvin said the team intends to keep Rodriguez rather than listening to trade proposals."I haven't necessarily looked at offers to trade him," Melvin said. "My outlook has always been that he's part of this club."K-Rod arrived in Milwaukee in a trade with the New York Mets in July and pitched primarily in a setup role for closer John Axford.
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Brewers and reliever Francisco Rodriguez have agreed to an $8 million, one-year deal, avoiding arbitration.Rodriguez, who had an $11.5 million salary last year, can make $625,000 in performance bonuses based on games finished: $125,000 each for 15, 20 and 25, and $250,000 for 30.Brewers general manager Doug Melvin said the team intends to keep Rodriguez rather than listening to trade proposals."I haven't necessarily looked at offers to trade him," Melvin said. "My outlook has always been that he's part of this club."K-Rod arrived in Milwaukee in a trade with the New York Mets in July and pitched primarily in a setup role for closer John Axford.
Craig Counsell joins Brewers front office
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers named Craig Counsell Special Assistant to the General Manager Tuesday morning.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers named Craig Counsell Special Assistant to the General Manager Tuesday morning.
DOT puts brakes on request for Bob Uecker Way
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is putting the brakes on a bipartisan request to honor Milwaukee Brewers broadcasting legend Bob Uecker by naming a pedestrian bridge near Miller Park after him.A bipartisan group of 20 state lawmakers on Monday asked the DOT to rename a pedestrian bridge near Miller Park as "Bob Uecker Way.''But Department Secretary Mark Gottlieb said in a reply dated Wednesday that it doesn't have the power to make that change.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is putting the brakes on a bipartisan request to honor Milwaukee Brewers broadcasting legend Bob Uecker by naming a pedestrian bridge near Miller Park after him.A bipartisan group of 20 state lawmakers on Monday asked the DOT to rename a pedestrian bridge near Miller Park as "Bob Uecker Way.''But Department Secretary Mark Gottlieb said in a reply dated Wednesday that it doesn't have the power to make that change.
Guest House homeless shelter celebrates 30th anniversary
MILWAUKEE -- On any given night, around 2,000 people in the Greater Milwaukee area are homeless and searching for a warm place to spend the night.
MILWAUKEE -- On any given night, around 2,000 people in the Greater Milwaukee area are homeless and searching for a warm place to spend the night.
Miller Park to host Timber Rattlers game in April
MILWAUKEE -- For the fourth consecutive season, Miller Park will host a Midwest League game featuring the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (the Class-A affiliate of the Brewers).The Timber Rattlers will play against the Dayton Dragons, the Class-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, on Friday, April 27.
MILWAUKEE -- For the fourth consecutive season, Miller Park will host a Midwest League game featuring the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (the Class-A affiliate of the Brewers).The Timber Rattlers will play against the Dayton Dragons, the Class-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, on Friday, April 27.
Business Journal Report (12-22-11)
The Milwaukee Brewers mark a milestone earlier than the franchise has ever done before.
The Milwaukee Brewers mark a milestone earlier than the franchise has ever done before.
Brewers sell one million tickets for 2012 season
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers reached the one million tickets sold mark for the 2012 season on Thursday.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers reached the one million tickets sold mark for the 2012 season on Thursday.
REPORT: Ryan Braun being treated for a private medical condition
MILWAUKEE -- There is new information from unnamed sources leading to speculation that Ryan Braun could get off the hook.
MILWAUKEE -- There is new information from unnamed sources leading to speculation that Ryan Braun could get off the hook.
Season with no reason (12-13-11)
Ted discusses Ryan Braun and the situation involving Braun testing positive for a substance banned by Major League Baseball.
Ted discusses Ryan Braun and the situation involving Braun testing positive for a substance banned by Major League Baseball.
TMZ Hot Topics: Clint Eastwood, Kim Kardashian, and the Brewers
TMZ discusses hot topics with FOX6 WakeUp.
TMZ discusses hot topics with FOX6 WakeUp.
Brewers' GM says "Prince Fielder will not be coming back"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Brewers General Manager Doug Melvin mentioned in a news conference Wednesday morning that it's unlikely first baseman Prince Fielder will be back with the team.The comment came during the announcement of Aramis Ramirez being signed by the Brewers for a three-year, $36 million deal.Melvin said in the news conference, "it appears, that obviously Prince Field will probably not be coming back at this time.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Brewers General Manager Doug Melvin mentioned in a news conference Wednesday morning that it's unlikely first baseman Prince Fielder will be back with the team.The comment came during the announcement of Aramis Ramirez being signed by the Brewers for a three-year, $36 million deal.Melvin said in the news conference, "it appears, that obviously Prince Field will probably not be coming back at this time.
Aramis Ramirez seals three-year, $36 million deal with Brewers
MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers have finalized a $36 million, three-year contract with free agent third baseman Aramis Ramirez, adding a much-needed big bat to their lineup.The 33-year-old Ramirez played 149 games for the NL Central rival Chicago Cubs last year, batting .306 with 26 home runs and 93 RBIs.Ramirez gets $6 million next year, $10 million in 2013 and $16 million in 2014, of which $6 million is deferred.
MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers have finalized a $36 million, three-year contract with free agent third baseman Aramis Ramirez, adding a much-needed big bat to their lineup.The 33-year-old Ramirez played 149 games for the NL Central rival Chicago Cubs last year, batting .306 with 26 home runs and 93 RBIs.Ramirez gets $6 million next year, $10 million in 2013 and $16 million in 2014, of which $6 million is deferred.
Former Brewers' head physician weighs in on Ryan Braun situation
MILWAUKEE -- The biggest yet-to-be-answered question in Milwaukee sports remains: did Major League Baseball's National League MVP take a banned substance that cased him to test positive during random drug testing, and will he end up with a lengthy suspension because of it?
MILWAUKEE -- The biggest yet-to-be-answered question in Milwaukee sports remains: did Major League Baseball's National League MVP take a banned substance that cased him to test positive during random drug testing, and will he end up with a lengthy suspension because of it?
Brewers trade 3B McGehee to Pirates for RHP Veras
MILWAUKEE -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired third baseman Casey McGeheefrom the Milwaukee Brewers in a trade for reliever Jose Veras.The move came hours after the Brewers agreed to terms with free-agent third baseman Aramis Ramirez on Monday.McGehee had a strong rookie season in 2009 and a big year in 2010 but then slumped at the plate in 2011 and lost his starting job to Jerry Hairston Jr.
MILWAUKEE -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired third baseman Casey McGeheefrom the Milwaukee Brewers in a trade for reliever Jose Veras.The move came hours after the Brewers agreed to terms with free-agent third baseman Aramis Ramirez on Monday.McGehee had a strong rookie season in 2009 and a big year in 2010 but then slumped at the plate in 2011 and lost his starting job to Jerry Hairston Jr.
Health Sciences expert weighs in on Braun situation
A hearing is set for next month to listen to what Brewers' star Ryan Braun has to say about reports he tested positive for a substance banned by Major League Baseball.
A hearing is set for next month to listen to what Brewers' star Ryan Braun has to say about reports he tested positive for a substance banned by Major League Baseball.
Aramis Ramirez signs three-year deal with Brewers
Major League Baseball is reporting third baseman Aramis Ramirez and the Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a three-year deal Monday.
Major League Baseball is reporting third baseman Aramis Ramirez and the Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a three-year deal Monday.
Braun tests positive for performance enhancing drugs
NEW YORK (AP) -- National League MVP Ryan Braun has tested positive for a banned substance and is appealing to avoid a 50-game suspension, according to people familiar with the case.
NEW YORK (AP) -- National League MVP Ryan Braun has tested positive for a banned substance and is appealing to avoid a 50-game suspension, according to people familiar with the case.
Brewers sign SS Alex Gonzalez to one-year deal
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to terms with free-agent shortstop Alex Gonzalez, his agent tells The Associated Press.Agent Eric Goldschmidt confirms the Brewers' deal with Gonzalez is for one year with a vesting option.
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to terms with free-agent shortstop Alex Gonzalez, his agent tells The Associated Press.Agent Eric Goldschmidt confirms the Brewers' deal with Gonzalez is for one year with a vesting option.
Quick turnaround on Braun MVP shirts at Brew City Apparel
Brewers' fan favorite Ryan Braun now holds the National League's top honor for a single player, after being named NL MVP Tuesday, and just a few hours after the announcement, Brew City Brand Apparel got to work hand-pressing commemorative t-shirts.
Brewers' fan favorite Ryan Braun now holds the National League's top honor for a single player, after being named NL MVP Tuesday, and just a few hours after the announcement, Brew City Brand Apparel got to work hand-pressing commemorative t-shirts.