Estrada dominates in Brewers win at Cincy
CINCINNATI -- Marco Estrada was magnificent in pitching 7 shutout innings against the Reds and holding them to 1 hit in the Brewers 3-1 win on Sunday, as Milwaukee took 2 of three in the Queen City.Caleb Gindl's 2nd homer in 2 games, a 2-run shot-was the big blow.Estrada was the big story; he struck out 9--six in a row at one point-which is one shy of the franchise record.
CINCINNATI -- Marco Estrada was magnificent in pitching 7 shutout innings against the Reds and holding them to 1 hit in the Brewers 3-1 win on Sunday, as Milwaukee took 2 of three in the Queen City.Caleb Gindl's 2nd homer in 2 games, a 2-run shot-was the big blow.Estrada was the big story; he struck out 9--six in a row at one point-which is one shy of the franchise record.
Long ball crushed Brewers in Cincy
CINCINNATI (WITI)-- Rookies Khris Davis and Scooter Gennett got things going in the second for the Brewers with a couple RBIs making it 2-0.
CINCINNATI (WITI)-- Rookies Khris Davis and Scooter Gennett got things going in the second for the Brewers with a couple RBIs making it 2-0.
Davis hits 2 homers in Crew's 6-4 win at Cincy
CINCINNATI -- Ryan's Braun's 65 game suspension created a dark hole in the line-up, but rookie Khris Davis is doing his best to fill it a bit; Davis blasted a pair of 2-run homers in the Brewers 6-4 win at Cincinnati Friday night.Davis, who rejoined the team after Braun was suspended last month, is hitting 386 in the former 2001 MVP's absence.The outfielder has hit all 8 of his homers in a 23 game span, to go with 17 rbi.Rob Wooten picked up the win in relief; Jim Henderson earned his 20th save in 23 chances.Wily Peralta takes the mound at Great American Ball Park on Saturday.
CINCINNATI -- Ryan's Braun's 65 game suspension created a dark hole in the line-up, but rookie Khris Davis is doing his best to fill it a bit; Davis blasted a pair of 2-run homers in the Brewers 6-4 win at Cincinnati Friday night.Davis, who rejoined the team after Braun was suspended last month, is hitting 386 in the former 2001 MVP's absence.The outfielder has hit all 8 of his homers in a 23 game span, to go with 17 rbi.Rob Wooten picked up the win in relief; Jim Henderson earned his 20th save in 23 chances.Wily Peralta takes the mound at Great American Ball Park on Saturday.
PR experts say Braun's apology is a step toward rebuilding reputation
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Brewers suspended left-fielder Ryan Braun issued a written apology on Thursday, August 22nd, admitting his use of performance enhancing drugs during the 2011 season.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Brewers suspended left-fielder Ryan Braun issued a written apology on Thursday, August 22nd, admitting his use of performance enhancing drugs during the 2011 season.
Ryan Braun issues apology statement following 65-game suspension
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Embattled Brewers slugger Ryan Braun on Thursday, August 22nd released a statement following his 65-game suspension due to his alleged violation of MLB's drug policy.The statement reads as follows:"Now that the initial MLB investigation is over, I want to apologize for my actions and provide a more specific account of what I did and why I deserved to be suspended.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Embattled Brewers slugger Ryan Braun on Thursday, August 22nd released a statement following his 65-game suspension due to his alleged violation of MLB's drug policy.The statement reads as follows:"Now that the initial MLB investigation is over, I want to apologize for my actions and provide a more specific account of what I did and why I deserved to be suspended.
Cards stacked against Brewers in 8-6 loss
MILWAUKEE -- The St.
MILWAUKEE -- The St.
Crew finally clip Cards at home
MILWAUKEE -- Even after Tuesday night's 6-3 victory over St.
MILWAUKEE -- Even after Tuesday night's 6-3 victory over St.
Not in the cards; Brewers lose, 8-5
MILWAUKEE -- Despite home runs by Norichika Aoki and Aramis Ramirez, the Brewers fell to the Cardinals at Miller Park Monday night, 8-5.
MILWAUKEE -- Despite home runs by Norichika Aoki and Aramis Ramirez, the Brewers fell to the Cardinals at Miller Park Monday night, 8-5.
"Close friend" of Ryan Braun files defamation lawsuit against him
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned a college buddy of embattled Brewers slugger Ryan Braun is now suing him for defamation.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned a college buddy of embattled Brewers slugger Ryan Braun is now suing him for defamation.
Did Ryan Braun accuse sample collector of being an anti-Semite?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- When Brewers slugger Ryan Braun initially denied taking performance-enhancing drugs, he raised questions about Dino Laurenzi Jr., the man who collected the sample that tested positive.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- When Brewers slugger Ryan Braun initially denied taking performance-enhancing drugs, he raised questions about Dino Laurenzi Jr., the man who collected the sample that tested positive.
Brewers see Red(s), Braun reports abound
MILWAUKEE -- Starting pitcher Wily Peralta and reliever Tyler Thornburg combined for 9 walks, as the Cincinnati Reds gained a split of their 4 game series with a 9-1 win Sunday at Miller Park.Khris Davis' 6th home run was the Crew's lone highlight.As the Brewers and their fans await an anticipated Ryan Braun apology, an ESPN report surfaced about Braun calling veteran players to lobby for their support before the results of his drug test came out in February of 2012.According to the report, Braun told the players that Kenosha's Dino Laurenzi Jr., the collector of his urine sample, was a Cubs fan (an implication that he might work against Braun, because he plays for Chicago's division rival).Braun, who is Jewish, also reportedly told players that Laurenzi Jr.
MILWAUKEE -- Starting pitcher Wily Peralta and reliever Tyler Thornburg combined for 9 walks, as the Cincinnati Reds gained a split of their 4 game series with a 9-1 win Sunday at Miller Park.Khris Davis' 6th home run was the Crew's lone highlight.As the Brewers and their fans await an anticipated Ryan Braun apology, an ESPN report surfaced about Braun calling veteran players to lobby for their support before the results of his drug test came out in February of 2012.According to the report, Braun told the players that Kenosha's Dino Laurenzi Jr., the collector of his urine sample, was a Cubs fan (an implication that he might work against Braun, because he plays for Chicago's division rival).Braun, who is Jewish, also reportedly told players that Laurenzi Jr.
Brewers fans looking forward to Ryan Braun apology
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Sources close to Ryan Braun have said the suspended Brewers left fielder will soon issue an apology, however neither Braun nor the Brewers have given any indication when, or if, this will happen.Some are expecting the apology as early as Monday.Teammates seem to have moved past the issue, knowing it's not completely over until Braun speaks.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Sources close to Ryan Braun have said the suspended Brewers left fielder will soon issue an apology, however neither Braun nor the Brewers have given any indication when, or if, this will happen.Some are expecting the apology as early as Monday.Teammates seem to have moved past the issue, knowing it's not completely over until Braun speaks.
Ryan Braun to admit to performance enhancing drug use
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Sources close to Ryan Braun say the Milwaukee Brewers left fielder is planning to admit to using performance enhancing drugs during parts of the 2011 season.According to the sources, Braun will also publicly apologize for the lies and deception surrounding the recent scandal, as well as address the reasons why he did what he did.Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig announced on July 22nd that Braun would be suspended without pay for the remainder of the 2013 season for violating the league’s drug policy.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for more details as they become available.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Sources close to Ryan Braun say the Milwaukee Brewers left fielder is planning to admit to using performance enhancing drugs during parts of the 2011 season.According to the sources, Braun will also publicly apologize for the lies and deception surrounding the recent scandal, as well as address the reasons why he did what he did.Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig announced on July 22nd that Braun would be suspended without pay for the remainder of the 2013 season for violating the league’s drug policy.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for more details as they become available.
Lucroy walks off in Crew's win over Reds
MILWAUKEE (WITI)-- The Brewers beat the Reds 7-6 Friday night thanks to a 2-run Jonathan Lucroy walk off home run off of Aroldis Chapman in the bottom of the 9th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI)-- The Brewers beat the Reds 7-6 Friday night thanks to a 2-run Jonathan Lucroy walk off home run off of Aroldis Chapman in the bottom of the 9th.
Gomez day to day
MILWAUKEE (WITI)-- Carlos Gomez took a nasty fall Thursday night when robbing Reds' Brandon Phillips of what would have been a double in the Brewers 2-1 loss.
MILWAUKEE (WITI)-- Carlos Gomez took a nasty fall Thursday night when robbing Reds' Brandon Phillips of what would have been a double in the Brewers 2-1 loss.
Brewers staff, players & wives team up to build new playground
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Brewers players and wives, staff and alumni along with people in the community assisted KaBoom organizers on Thursday, August 15th in building a new playground on the grounds of the YMCA located on 12th and North Avenue.The new playground will provide more than 1,200 children in the community with a safe place to play.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Brewers players and wives, staff and alumni along with people in the community assisted KaBoom organizers on Thursday, August 15th in building a new playground on the grounds of the YMCA located on 12th and North Avenue.The new playground will provide more than 1,200 children in the community with a safe place to play.
No seventh heaven; Brewers lose
ARLINGTON, TX -- The seventh inning was the turning point Wednesday night in Texas, the inning when everything turned sour for the Brewers, who wound up losing to the Rangers, 5-4.Juan Francisco hit a solo homer and a three run homer to account for Milwaukee's runs.
ARLINGTON, TX -- The seventh inning was the turning point Wednesday night in Texas, the inning when everything turned sour for the Brewers, who wound up losing to the Rangers, 5-4.Juan Francisco hit a solo homer and a three run homer to account for Milwaukee's runs.
Gennett powers Crew to win in Texas
ARLINGTON, TX -- Scooter Gennett looked like Babe Ruth in the Brewers 5-1 win at Texas on Tuesday night.Milwaukee's 2nd baseman, replacing Ricky Weeks (out for the season ) in the line-up, smacked a solo homer and the go-ahead 2-run shot, as the Crew assured themselves a winning record (5-3) on the 9-game road trip.Gennett hit his 4th homer in 26 games; he managed only 3 in 79 games at AAA Nashville.Marco Estrada picked up his 2nd win in as many outings since coming off the disabled list.He worked 6 strong innings, allowing just 1 run.The 2nd and final game of the series is Wednesday night in Arlington.
ARLINGTON, TX -- Scooter Gennett looked like Babe Ruth in the Brewers 5-1 win at Texas on Tuesday night.Milwaukee's 2nd baseman, replacing Ricky Weeks (out for the season ) in the line-up, smacked a solo homer and the go-ahead 2-run shot, as the Crew assured themselves a winning record (5-3) on the 9-game road trip.Gennett hit his 4th homer in 26 games; he managed only 3 in 79 games at AAA Nashville.Marco Estrada picked up his 2nd win in as many outings since coming off the disabled list.He worked 6 strong innings, allowing just 1 run.The 2nd and final game of the series is Wednesday night in Arlington.
Brewers Community Foundation Week begins August 15th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Brewers Community Foundation (BCF) Week begins Thursday, August 15 and features a week of activities at Miller Park to highlight the Foundation’s charitable impact in the community.BCF’s focused areas of interest are Health, Education, Recreation and Basic Needs with the activities throughout the week raising funds to support causes in each of the four areas.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Brewers Community Foundation (BCF) Week begins Thursday, August 15 and features a week of activities at Miller Park to highlight the Foundation’s charitable impact in the community.BCF’s focused areas of interest are Health, Education, Recreation and Basic Needs with the activities throughout the week raising funds to support causes in each of the four areas.
King Felix crowns Crew in Seattle
SEATTLE, WA. -- Felix Hernandez watched the Brewers score twenty runs in the first two games of the series against his Mariners; on Sunday, he outdueled Milwaukee's Wily Peralta in a 2-0 Seattle win.Peralta was outstanding, allowing just the 2 runs over 8 innings (one scored on a wild pitch).
SEATTLE, WA. -- Felix Hernandez watched the Brewers score twenty runs in the first two games of the series against his Mariners; on Sunday, he outdueled Milwaukee's Wily Peralta in a 2-0 Seattle win.Peralta was outstanding, allowing just the 2 runs over 8 innings (one scored on a wild pitch).