"It's too busy:" Brewers Manager Ron Roenicke says when Spring Training is over, his life gets a bit simpler
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There is no pressure for baseball teams to win in Spring Training, but the manager always has to be on his toes.Spring Training is underway at Maryvale Baseball Park in Phoenix, Arizona.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There is no pressure for baseball teams to win in Spring Training, but the manager always has to be on his toes.Spring Training is underway at Maryvale Baseball Park in Phoenix, Arizona.
Brewers: Pitcher Dontrelle Willis ending comeback bid, will retire at 33
PHOENIX (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers say pitcher Dontrelle Willis is ending his comeback bid and will retire at 33.A popular star a decade ago, Willis was in the Brewers' camp on a Minor League contract.
PHOENIX (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers say pitcher Dontrelle Willis is ending his comeback bid and will retire at 33.A popular star a decade ago, Willis was in the Brewers' camp on a Minor League contract.
Milwaukee Brewers ban high fives to avoid spread of... pink eye
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers will have to find a new way to celebrate for the next few spring training games.
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers will have to find a new way to celebrate for the next few spring training games.
What happened? Dontrelle Willis started his baseball career on top; now, he's a long-shot to make Brewers roster
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dontrelle Willis started his Major League career like he was heading for Cooperstown, New York, and the Baseball Hall of Fame.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Dontrelle Willis started his Major League career like he was heading for Cooperstown, New York, and the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Grounds crew removes field tarps at Miller Park: "It's time for us to get her growing again"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's a sure sign of spring as the tarps are carefully removed on the field at Miller Park showing off the beautiful grass it was protecting."Mother Nature, as you guys can see outside, the sun is shining, our wall panels are open, and it's time for us to get her growing again for the upcoming season," said Milwaukee Brewers Director of Grounds Michael Boettcher.This is the first time the grass is exposed since November 25th when the tarp was put on to protect and maintain moisture within the roots.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's a sure sign of spring as the tarps are carefully removed on the field at Miller Park showing off the beautiful grass it was protecting."Mother Nature, as you guys can see outside, the sun is shining, our wall panels are open, and it's time for us to get her growing again for the upcoming season," said Milwaukee Brewers Director of Grounds Michael Boettcher.This is the first time the grass is exposed since November 25th when the tarp was put on to protect and maintain moisture within the roots.
"It's intense!" When Brewers reliever Jonathan Broxton isn't on the mound, he's in the woods, hunting hogs!
PHOENIX (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers baseball season is right around the corner, and there's a big guy in Milwaukee's bullpen who will carry a big load in his first season with the team."I mean, it's like a brotherly love over there with the other team because you come through Spring Training, you work so hard every day and...but you also have to look at it like a business move too," Brewers reliever Jonathan Broxton said.The human side of baseball makes trades challenging, but when reliever Jonathan Broxton was picked up last August 31st by the Brewers, he made the adjustment with a little help from his new teammates -- some of whom he was familiar with."That was what made it easy too is that I played with some of these guys before in KC and so I kinda knew some of them and come here open arms ready to work and do whatever it took to win," Broxton said.Broxton wasn't around for most of the Brewers great start -- including 150 days in first place, but when he came to join the Crew, the 30-year-old entering his tenth full Major League season retired 46 of the first 62 batters he faced.
PHOENIX (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers baseball season is right around the corner, and there's a big guy in Milwaukee's bullpen who will carry a big load in his first season with the team."I mean, it's like a brotherly love over there with the other team because you come through Spring Training, you work so hard every day and...but you also have to look at it like a business move too," Brewers reliever Jonathan Broxton said.The human side of baseball makes trades challenging, but when reliever Jonathan Broxton was picked up last August 31st by the Brewers, he made the adjustment with a little help from his new teammates -- some of whom he was familiar with."That was what made it easy too is that I played with some of these guys before in KC and so I kinda knew some of them and come here open arms ready to work and do whatever it took to win," Broxton said.Broxton wasn't around for most of the Brewers great start -- including 150 days in first place, but when he came to join the Crew, the 30-year-old entering his tenth full Major League season retired 46 of the first 62 batters he faced.
FOX6's Tom Pipines checks in with "Bat Girl" Michelle Ismha at Brewers Spring Training
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have begun Cactus League play at Maryvale Baseball Park in Arizona -- and back in Milwaukee, fans are gearing up for Opening Day on Monday, April 6th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have begun Cactus League play at Maryvale Baseball Park in Arizona -- and back in Milwaukee, fans are gearing up for Opening Day on Monday, April 6th.
Brewers hit record numbers as fans flock to Miller Park for 2015-2016 tickets
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Below freezing temperatures, a bitterly cold wind and long hours -- that's why the dedicated Milwaukee Brewers fans put up with just to get their hands on some 2015-2016 tickets.They are the coveted tickets hundreds want for a chance to watch the Brewers take to the field in the first game of the season.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Below freezing temperatures, a bitterly cold wind and long hours -- that's why the dedicated Milwaukee Brewers fans put up with just to get their hands on some 2015-2016 tickets.They are the coveted tickets hundreds want for a chance to watch the Brewers take to the field in the first game of the season.
Too cold for overnighting at Miller Park, but Brewers fans ready to buy tickets
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers say it's too cold to camp out overnight for the Arctic Tailgate.The earliest fans were allowed to arrive for Saturday's event is 5 a.m. The event marks the beginning of individual ticket sales at Miller Park and they go on sale at 9 a.m.In the past, some hearty fans have camped outside the stadium overnight for the Saturday event.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers say it's too cold to camp out overnight for the Arctic Tailgate.The earliest fans were allowed to arrive for Saturday's event is 5 a.m. The event marks the beginning of individual ticket sales at Miller Park and they go on sale at 9 a.m.In the past, some hearty fans have camped outside the stadium overnight for the Saturday event.
Tickets for peanut-controlled areas at Miller Park on sale March 3rd
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Fans with mild peanut allergies will once again have an option to enjoy baseball at Miller Park as the 2015 peanut-controlled areas and dates will go on sale Monday, March 2.These games include Monday, April 20 vs.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Fans with mild peanut allergies will once again have an option to enjoy baseball at Miller Park as the 2015 peanut-controlled areas and dates will go on sale Monday, March 2.These games include Monday, April 20 vs.
"Too dangerous:" Brewers announce camping out for "Arctic Tailgate" will not be allowed
MILWAUKEE (WITI) - With frigid overnight temperatures expected for Thursday, February 26th and Friday, February 27th, the Milwaukee Brewers have announced that nightly camping for Saturday's "Arctic Tailgate" will not be permitted.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) - With frigid overnight temperatures expected for Thursday, February 26th and Friday, February 27th, the Milwaukee Brewers have announced that nightly camping for Saturday's "Arctic Tailgate" will not be permitted.
BobbleHank -- take two! Brewers to offer adorable Hank the Dog bobbleheads on Mother's Day!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- BobbleHank -- take two!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- BobbleHank -- take two!
Very first Leinenkuglel's Snowball Classic had fans "thinking about the return of baseball"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It was a chance to watch the Brewers play ball today!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It was a chance to watch the Brewers play ball today!
"What is your school doing to strike out bullying?" Brewers launch an essay contest
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – This season, the Milwaukee Brewers are launching the Strike Out Bullying essay contest.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – This season, the Milwaukee Brewers are launching the Strike Out Bullying essay contest.
Limited time only! Brewers 4-Packs to go on sale Friday, February 13th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For a limited time only, Brewers 4-Packs are returning.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For a limited time only, Brewers 4-Packs are returning.
Milwaukee Brewers to begin selling group ticket packages Thursday, February 12th
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 Thursday, February 12 at 9 a.m.Group orders of 25 or more have prices starting as low as $9 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, February 28.
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 Thursday, February 12 at 9 a.m.Group orders of 25 or more have prices starting as low as $9 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, February 28.
New at Miller Park in 2015: Smoke Shack, Holey Moley and enhanced Wi-Fi
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced plans on Tuesday, February 10th for several new additions to Miller Park, including the arrival of local food favorites Smoke Shack and Holey Moley.Smoke Shack – a slow-smoked barbeque restaurant – will be located on Miller Park’s Plaza Pavilion, and Holey Moley – Milwaukee’s only craft doughnut shop – will be along the first base side of the Field Level concourse.Additional upgrades at Miller Park include a Season Seat Holder Headquarters, a Loge Level Ticket and Guest Relations Kiosk, enhancements to the JCI Club Patio, new food options at concession stands and increased Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the ballpark.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced plans on Tuesday, February 10th for several new additions to Miller Park, including the arrival of local food favorites Smoke Shack and Holey Moley.Smoke Shack – a slow-smoked barbeque restaurant – will be located on Miller Park’s Plaza Pavilion, and Holey Moley – Milwaukee’s only craft doughnut shop – will be along the first base side of the Field Level concourse.Additional upgrades at Miller Park include a Season Seat Holder Headquarters, a Loge Level Ticket and Guest Relations Kiosk, enhancements to the JCI Club Patio, new food options at concession stands and increased Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the ballpark.
Fan fun for 2015: Milwaukee Brewers reveal promotional schedule for season
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced the team’s promotional schedule for the 2015 season on Monday, February 9th.The Brewers have scheduled 10 Bobbleheads, two gnomes, and one “Fan Vote” item over the course of the season among the All-Fan Giveaways.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced the team’s promotional schedule for the 2015 season on Monday, February 9th.The Brewers have scheduled 10 Bobbleheads, two gnomes, and one “Fan Vote” item over the course of the season among the All-Fan Giveaways.
Mark your calendar: Brewers get set for 2015 Arctic Tailgate party
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have set Saturday, February 28th as the date for this year’s Arctic Tailgate party, which marks the beginning of individual ticket sales at Miller Park.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers have set Saturday, February 28th as the date for this year’s Arctic Tailgate party, which marks the beginning of individual ticket sales at Miller Park.
Pitcher Teddy Higuera to be inducted into Miller Park Walk of Fame
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Monday, February 2nd that pitcher Teddy Higuera will be honored this season as he has been voted as the newest member of the Miller Park Walk of Fame.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Monday, February 2nd that pitcher Teddy Higuera will be honored this season as he has been voted as the newest member of the Miller Park Walk of Fame.