Christian Yelich, Mike Moustakas in position to advance in NL All-Star balloting
MILWAUKEE -- Major League Baseball released on Tuesday, June 11 its first National League balloting update for the 2019 MLB All-Star Game.With 10 days remaining during “The Primary” voting period, Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich and second baseman Mike Moustakas are both in position to advance to the second round of voting, while Yasmani Grandal currently ranks fifth among NL catchers.A news release from the Brewers says Grandal, one of the top offensive catchers in the majors thus far this season, needs the support of Brewers fans to make up ground behind the plate.
MILWAUKEE -- Major League Baseball released on Tuesday, June 11 its first National League balloting update for the 2019 MLB All-Star Game.With 10 days remaining during “The Primary” voting period, Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich and second baseman Mike Moustakas are both in position to advance to the second round of voting, while Yasmani Grandal currently ranks fifth among NL catchers.A news release from the Brewers says Grandal, one of the top offensive catchers in the majors thus far this season, needs the support of Brewers fans to make up ground behind the plate.
Brewers ride 4-game win streak into matchup with Astros
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee enters the matchup as winners of their last four games.The Astros are 24-9 in home games.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee enters the matchup as winners of their last four games.The Astros are 24-9 in home games.
'Been working for this:' Jimmy Nelson reflects on Major League return 21 months after shoulder injury
MILWAUKEE -- Jimmy Nelson returned to a Major League mound on Wednesday, June 5 after missing 21 months due to a shoulder injury.
MILWAUKEE -- Jimmy Nelson returned to a Major League mound on Wednesday, June 5 after missing 21 months due to a shoulder injury.
Mike Moustakas' HR won car for fan, Christian Yelich hit 24th HR, Brewers swept Pirates
MILWAUKEE — Mike Moustakas launched a homer that won a new car for a fan, NL MVP Christian Yelich hit his major-league leading 24th home run on his bobblehead day and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 Sunday for a three-game sweep.Moustakas connected for his 20th homer off Francisco Liriano (1-1), a tiebreaking, two-run drive in the eighth inning that hit a promotional car perched above the right-center field fence.
MILWAUKEE — Mike Moustakas launched a homer that won a new car for a fan, NL MVP Christian Yelich hit his major-league leading 24th home run on his bobblehead day and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 Sunday for a three-game sweep.Moustakas connected for his 20th homer off Francisco Liriano (1-1), a tiebreaking, two-run drive in the eighth inning that hit a promotional car perched above the right-center field fence.
'Looking to add to the collection:' Christian Yelich Bobblehead Day draws sold-out crowd to Miller Park
MILWAUKEE -- It was a busy Sunday, June 9 at Miller Park as the Milwaukee Brewers took on the Pittsburgh Pirates in a sold out game.
MILWAUKEE -- It was a busy Sunday, June 9 at Miller Park as the Milwaukee Brewers took on the Pittsburgh Pirates in a sold out game.
Zach Davies sets club record at 7-0, Brewers beat Pirates 5-3
MILWAUKEE — It wasn't pretty, but Zach Davies did something Saturday, June 8 that no other starting pitcher in Milwaukee Brewers history had done before.Despite a shaky outing, Davies became the first Milwaukee starter to open a season with seven straight wins, hanging on for five innings before the Brewers' bullpen finished off a 5-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates."I just read that," Davies said of the milestone. "I think after the season, it'll be a fun time to kind of reflect back on it.
MILWAUKEE — It wasn't pretty, but Zach Davies did something Saturday, June 8 that no other starting pitcher in Milwaukee Brewers history had done before.Despite a shaky outing, Davies became the first Milwaukee starter to open a season with seven straight wins, hanging on for five innings before the Brewers' bullpen finished off a 5-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates."I just read that," Davies said of the milestone. "I think after the season, it'll be a fun time to kind of reflect back on it.
Brewers to host a 'Scooby Doo!' 50th birthday celebration on August 24
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#KindnessInMKE: Brewers surprise community members, spend minimum of $500 in gifts, donations
MILWAUKEE -- On Friday, June 7, virtually every member of the Brewers organization – from players, coaches and front office staff – went across the city, surprising members of the Milwaukee community with random acts of kindness as part of the team’s #KindnessInMKE event.This marks the third time that the Brewers have dedicated a full day to the initiative, which allows members of the organization to do something impactful for the community.The activities began in the morning with members of the front office making unannounced donations and related visits at various nonprofits throughout Milwaukee.Beginning at noon, players began making their rounds in the city, spending a minimum of $500 each in gifts and/or donations.There were no rules attached to this event, just encouragement for every member of the organization to come up with a creative and fun way to impact lives in the community.
MILWAUKEE -- On Friday, June 7, virtually every member of the Brewers organization – from players, coaches and front office staff – went across the city, surprising members of the Milwaukee community with random acts of kindness as part of the team’s #KindnessInMKE event.This marks the third time that the Brewers have dedicated a full day to the initiative, which allows members of the organization to do something impactful for the community.The activities began in the morning with members of the front office making unannounced donations and related visits at various nonprofits throughout Milwaukee.Beginning at noon, players began making their rounds in the city, spending a minimum of $500 each in gifts and/or donations.There were no rules attached to this event, just encouragement for every member of the organization to come up with a creative and fun way to impact lives in the community.
Yelich hits 23rd homer as Brewers power past Marlins 5-1
MILWAUKEE -- Christian Yelich hit his major league-leading 23rd home run and Mike Moustakas added two homers to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 5-1 win over the Miami Marlins on Thursday.The Brewers salvaged the final game of the three-game series after getting outscored a combined 24-3 in the first two games.
MILWAUKEE -- Christian Yelich hit his major league-leading 23rd home run and Mike Moustakas added two homers to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 5-1 win over the Miami Marlins on Thursday.The Brewers salvaged the final game of the three-game series after getting outscored a combined 24-3 in the first two games.
Brewers fall to Marlins 8-3
MILWAUKEE — Brian Anderson hit his first career grand slam and the Miami Marlins spoiled Jimmy Nelson's return to the major leagues, beating the Milwaukee Brewers 8-3 on Wednesday night.Starlin Castro and Bryan Holaday each drove in two runs as the surging Marlins earned their fourth straight victory.
MILWAUKEE — Brian Anderson hit his first career grand slam and the Miami Marlins spoiled Jimmy Nelson's return to the major leagues, beating the Milwaukee Brewers 8-3 on Wednesday night.Starlin Castro and Bryan Holaday each drove in two runs as the surging Marlins earned their fourth straight victory.
Milwaukee Brewers clobbered by Miami Marlins, falling 16-0 at Miller Park
MILWAUKEE — Garrett Cooper is collecting hits in bunches for the Miami Marlins.Sometimes twice in one inning.Cooper had two hits and scored twice during Miami's franchise-record, 11-run fifth inning, leading the Marlins to a 16-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night."It's been a good team collective effort the last couple weeks," Cooper said, "sticking to our plan, sticking to our game plan as a group and not shying away from that."Cooper matched a career high with four of Miami's 19 hits as the Marlins got their 12th win in 17 games.
MILWAUKEE — Garrett Cooper is collecting hits in bunches for the Miami Marlins.Sometimes twice in one inning.Cooper had two hits and scored twice during Miami's franchise-record, 11-run fifth inning, leading the Marlins to a 16-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night."It's been a good team collective effort the last couple weeks," Cooper said, "sticking to our plan, sticking to our game plan as a group and not shying away from that."Cooper matched a career high with four of Miami's 19 hits as the Marlins got their 12th win in 17 games.
Salvation Army, Milwaukee Brewers team up to host annual Feed The Kids Kickoff
MILWAUKEE -- The Salvation Army and the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday, June 4 teamed up to host the annual Feed The Kids Kickoff.At Tuesday's kickoff, volunteers prepared 1,200 bag lunches for children living in Milwaukee’s under-served neighborhoods.
MILWAUKEE -- The Salvation Army and the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday, June 4 teamed up to host the annual Feed The Kids Kickoff.At Tuesday's kickoff, volunteers prepared 1,200 bag lunches for children living in Milwaukee’s under-served neighborhoods.
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Brewers' Josh Hader voted NL Reliever of the Month for May 2019
MILWAUKEE -- Josh Hader has been voted the National League Reliever of the Month in an announcement made on Monday, June 3 on MLB Network.Hader earned his second career monthly award, previously winning in April of last season.
MILWAUKEE -- Josh Hader has been voted the National League Reliever of the Month in an announcement made on Monday, June 3 on MLB Network.Hader earned his second career monthly award, previously winning in April of last season.
Zach Davies improves to 6-0, Brewers top Pirates 4-2
PITTSBURGH — Zach Davies allowed eight hits over eight-plus innings, giving Milwaukee's bullpen a welcome break in a 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday, June 2.Davies (6-0) struck out three and walked one to remain unbeaten.
PITTSBURGH — Zach Davies allowed eight hits over eight-plus innings, giving Milwaukee's bullpen a welcome break in a 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday, June 2.Davies (6-0) struck out three and walked one to remain unbeaten.
Brewers place struggling pitcher Jhoulys Chacin on IL; will recall Jimmy Nelson
PITTSBURGH — Milwaukee has placed struggling starter Jhoulys Chacin on the injured list with a strained lower back, paving the way for Jimmy Nelson's return to the majors.The Brewers made the move Sunday, two days after Chacin fell to 3-7 with a 5.78 ERA after giving up seven runs in 2 2/3 innings in a loss to Pittsburgh.Milwaukee recalled right-handed relievers Jacob Barnes and Taylor Williams from Triple-A San Antonio to give the team some help in the bullpen for Sunday's series finale against the Pirates.
PITTSBURGH — Milwaukee has placed struggling starter Jhoulys Chacin on the injured list with a strained lower back, paving the way for Jimmy Nelson's return to the majors.The Brewers made the move Sunday, two days after Chacin fell to 3-7 with a 5.78 ERA after giving up seven runs in 2 2/3 innings in a loss to Pittsburgh.Milwaukee recalled right-handed relievers Jacob Barnes and Taylor Williams from Triple-A San Antonio to give the team some help in the bullpen for Sunday's series finale against the Pirates.
Arcia's 2nd HR, 2-run drive in 13th, lifts Brewers over Bucs
PITTSBURGH — Orlando Arcia hit his second homer of the game, a two-run drive in the 13th inning that sent the Milwaukee Brewers over the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-10 on Saturday night.Both teams blew late leads before Arcia connected with two outs off Alex McRae (0-1) for his first multi-homer game in the majors.
PITTSBURGH — Orlando Arcia hit his second homer of the game, a two-run drive in the 13th inning that sent the Milwaukee Brewers over the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-10 on Saturday night.Both teams blew late leads before Arcia connected with two outs off Alex McRae (0-1) for his first multi-homer game in the majors.
Brewers fall to Pirates 9-4
PITTSBURGH -- Josh Bell finished off his historic May with two more hits, Starling Marte added three hits and scored three times and the Pittsburgh Pirates pounced on struggling Milwaukee starter Jhoulys Chacin in a 9-4 victory Friday night.Bell went 2 for 5 and drove in a run in front of a crowd that included fans in the right-field seats wearing "Bellieve" T-shirts as part of a promotion that doubled as an All-Star Game push for the 26-year-old first baseman.
PITTSBURGH -- Josh Bell finished off his historic May with two more hits, Starling Marte added three hits and scored three times and the Pittsburgh Pirates pounced on struggling Milwaukee starter Jhoulys Chacin in a 9-4 victory Friday night.Bell went 2 for 5 and drove in a run in front of a crowd that included fans in the right-field seats wearing "Bellieve" T-shirts as part of a promotion that doubled as an All-Star Game push for the 26-year-old first baseman.
Moustakas goes deep twice, Brewers top Pirates 11-5
PITTSBURGH -- Mike Moustakas homered twice among his four hits and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-5 Thursday night.Yasmani Grandal also homered and had four hits to help the Brewers win for the third time in four games.Moustakas hit a two-run shot over the right-center field wall off Joe Musgrove in the first inning to get the Brewers on the scoreboard.
PITTSBURGH -- Mike Moustakas homered twice among his four hits and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-5 Thursday night.Yasmani Grandal also homered and had four hits to help the Brewers win for the third time in four games.Moustakas hit a two-run shot over the right-center field wall off Joe Musgrove in the first inning to get the Brewers on the scoreboard.
'Loss for words:' Child taken to hospital after she was struck by foul ball during Cubs/Astros game
HOUSTON — A young fan was taken to the hospital after getting struck by a foul ball during Wednesday night's game between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros.Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr.
HOUSTON — A young fan was taken to the hospital after getting struck by a foul ball during Wednesday night's game between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros.Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr.