Pitchers flat-out dealing in 5-1 week, but hitters still out of sync (04.25.2022)
Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe look back at a big week for the Brewers, though one that still had its share of offensive struggles. Eric Lauer did something that's only been done by a franchise legend, Devin Williams returned with a vengeance, Josh Hader remained unstoppable and Milwaukee stacked up wins against Pittsburgh. But whither the bats? Even the guys who started out...
42m Apr 25, 2022
42m
A winning week, but some early turbulence in the 2022 season (04.18.2022)
It was a bumpy week for the Milwaukee Brewers, albeit one with a 4-3 record. The offense looked an awful lot like last year, and players like Freddy Peralta and Devin Williams hit some speed bumps. What should Brewers fans be concerned about given the early stage of the season? Reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe look at some reassuring performances from other members of the pitching sta...
36m Apr 18, 2022
36m
Brosseau's big home run, benches clearing and a slow start to the season (04.11.2022)
Three games in, and the results are mixed for the Milwaukee Brewers. Reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look at the big home-run moment for Mike Brosseau, saving an otherwise ugly start to the season. Is there anything that can be seriously taken away from the first three games? Does an abbreviated spring training factor into the pitching staff's early issues? How did Victor Caratini look...
38m Apr 11, 2022
38m
Previewing the 2022 Milwaukee Brewers season, with some fearless predictions (04.04.2022)
Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe take a formal look at the 2022 Brewers season, beginning Thursday. Have the Brewers ever been this big a favorite to win the division? Some fearless predictions, some names to know and how things will look at third base with Luis Urías sidelined to start the year.  Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.
25m Apr 04, 2022
25m
Keston Hiura's hot spring and a look at the 28-man roster with one week to go
Newly minted Brewers beat reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe take a look at the Brewers with one week to go before games begin. Where will at-bats for Keston Hiura come from, and how real is that flashy spring? What about another player having a big spring, Tyrone Taylor? Who are a couple names most Brewers fans don't know yet destined for the 2022 roster? Plus: Christian Yelich, the pitc...
37m Mar 31, 2022
37m
Suddenly, the Brewers have a baseball season, and Andrew McCutchen (03.17.2022)
Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe get to talk about real baseball this time. Milwaukee signed former MVP Andrew McCutchen, but primarily as a DH? Reliever Brad Boxberger is back, and the Brewers are suddenly preparing for a season in earnest. What are some of the things Todd has learned during early days in Arizona? Are Luis Urias and Rowdy Tellez for sure the corner infielders...
39m Mar 17, 2022
39m
Baseball's labor mess means cancellations have begun, and a farewell to Tom Haudricourt (03.03.2022)
On Tom Haudricourt's final podcast, there's sadly no baseball to discuss as the owners and players reach an impasse in their labor negotiations, meaning the start of the season will be postponed. Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the mess, including on a luxury tax change would affect the Brewers, and then look back at his 35 seasons covering the team for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel ...
56m Mar 03, 2022
56m
What's the confidence level in on-time baseball in 2022? (02.18.2022)
Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt (in his last month before retirement, no less!) tries to give his sense on whether or not baseball will start on time this season as the MLB lockout continues. Plus: A look at the story lines that Brewers fans will be following if/when the owners and players reach a labor accord and some notable changes to the coaching staff. Music intro: https://www.bensound.c...
30m Feb 18, 2022
30m
With baseball quiet, a review of Brewers roster strengths and weaknesses (01.05.2022)
With Major League Baseball at a standstill, Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the Brewers roster position-by-position, including some guys you may have forgotten about. Where will the team's top prospects fit into the 2022 equation? What moves will the team make when things return to normal? Plus, what's the general feeling about the current labor situation? Th...
55m Jan 05, 2022
55m
Corbin Burnes win National League Cy Young and other offseason storylines
Corbin Burnes just became the first Brewers pitcher to win National League Cy Young in nearly 40 years. Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the triumph and the controversy over innings pitched as a data point for Cy Young selection. Plus: Craig Counsell takes second in Manager of the Year, Josh Hader is once again the NL reliever of the year and what's up with the Met...
48m Nov 18, 2021
48m
Dissecting what went wrong for the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2021 playoffs
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look back at the disastrous finish to the 2021 season, with the offense disappearing in a four-game series loss to the Atlanta Braves. Just how high should fans' concern level be that Christian Yelich has lost whatever magic he had? Will Josh Hader be back in 2022, and are we sure he's happy in Milwaukee? What are...
46m Oct 18, 2021
46m
Offense has been hard to come by as NLDS is tied, 1-1 (10.11.2021)
The Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves didn't generate much offense over two games in Milwaukee, and the Brewers were limited to two runs on one swing over 18 innings. But it was enough to head to Atlanta deadlocked, 1-1; will they play another game in Milwaukee this year? Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at Game 1 and Game 2, including the Rowdy Tellez home run, th...
34m Oct 11, 2021
34m
Let's get to these National League playoffs already (10.04.2021)
The final week of the season wasn't a masterpiece, but the Milwaukee Brewers can now gear up for the big stuff. The Atlanta Braves will be in town Friday for the start of the National League Division Series. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe look at the matchup, the playoff roster considerations, the self-inflicted injury to Devin Williams that re-shapes the landscape, Corbin B...
48m Oct 04, 2021
48m
The Milwaukee Brewers are 2021 NL Central champs (09.27.2021)
It took perhaps a little more work than anticipated, but the Milwaukee Brewers swept the New York Mets and secured the National League Central title. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look back at the clinching celebration then look ahead to what's next. Was there any doubt, even with St. Louis winning 16 straight games and the Brewers losing five in a row? Are the Bra...
42m Sep 27, 2021
42m
With a playoff berth in hand, the Brewers turn their attention to a division title (despite continuing injuries)
It wasn't a pretty week, but the Milwaukee Brewers are officially headed to the playoffs and the division title is within reach, with the only remaining competition (St. Louis) coming to town. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and host JR Radcliffe discuss the scene from Saturday's playoff-berth clincher, plus the remaining concerns over injuries. Is there a chance ...
41m Sep 20, 2021
41m
Let's talk a lot about the first no-hitter in 34 years (09.13.2021)
Corbin Burnes and Josh Hader teamed on the first Brewers no-hitter in 34 years, and what a crazy night. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe ruminate on the achievement, the catch by Lorenzo Cain, the decision to work Hader in the ninth and Burnes' elevated place in the Cy Young conversation. Plus, an early look at some postseason roster decisions as the...
44m Sep 13, 2021
44m
The all-things-Ryan Braun podcast (but also some Daniel Vogelbach, obviously)
With the Ryan Braun bobblehead giveaway Sunday, JR Radcliffe and Curt Hogg look back at the illustrious career Braun had, highlighting eight moments or elements that made Braun's tenure in Milwaukee special. Of course, we also have to talk a little bit about Daniel Vogelbach, whose walk-off grand slam Sunday was the first for a Brewers player since ... Ryan Braun during the memorable final week...
1hr 12m Sep 06, 2021
1hr 12m
Aaron Ashby has cemented his spot on the Brewers postseason roster (08.30.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe look back at an average week on paper, but nonetheless one that put the Brewers even closer to a playoff spot. How will Aaron Ashby be used in the postseason? What about Brett Anderson? What type of roster additions will get made in September? What's the injury situation for guys like Escobar, Adames and Peralta? Should fans expect a Ryan ...
29m Aug 30, 2021
29m
Signs of life from Christian Yelich, more injuries and the magic of Kolten Wong (08.23.2021)
The Brewers had another strong week, but injuries have returned to spoil the fun. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss that and more after another 4-2 week of baseball. What's up with Freddy Peralta, Tyrone Taylor and Eduardo Escobar? We've hit another "Is Christian Yelich back?" segment of the season. What role is Aaron Ashby going to play as the team approaches the ...
43m Aug 23, 2021
43m
Milwaukee is sitting pretty; are the playoffs a lock at this point? (08.16.2021)
The Milwaukee Brewers won six of seven games last week and still have an eight-game lead in the National League Central. Is this team a lock for the playoffs, even as Cincinnati begins a favorable stretch of its schedule? Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe ponder that question as well as the sensational outing by Corbin Burnes. Could he emerge as the frontrunning Cy Young ca...
41m Aug 16, 2021
41m
Who's left to pitch during COVID issues, and should Brewers fans be nervous after Giants series? (08.09.2021)
COVID reached the starting rotation and left the Brewers scrambling on their pitching staff for the forthcoming road trip. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe sort it out. Is Aaron Ashby going to get a second start? Should Brewers fans be nervous about the surging Reds, particularly after a couple clumsy plays cost Milwaukee a chance to win the series from San Francisco?...
31m Aug 09, 2021
31m
Brewers keep winning despite the COVID carousel, and early returns from the trade deadline (08.05.2021)
COVID-19 has created a carousel of personnel for the Brewers, and yet the team finds itself in the best place it's been all season. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the NL Central leaders with less than two months to go. Did the Brewers do enough at the trade deadline relative to their chief NL competitors? When did Brett Anderson turn into such a force of nat...
44m Aug 05, 2021
44m
Jekyll and Hyde out of the break as trade deadline looms (07.22.2021)
The Brewers started with a bang out of the all-star break, then laid consecutive eggs against a last-place team. Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the looming trade deadline (specifically how good Kris Bryant would look on this roster), the value Eric Lauer has brought to the table, how things might change when players return from injury, the upcoming weekend series...
23m Jul 22, 2021
23m
Brewers will open second half with a crucial series against Reds (07.15.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe give the lay of the land as the Brewers open the second half of the MLB season, starting with a massive series in Cincinnati. Freddy Peralta was awesome in the all-star game; could he wind up being this team's ace by the end of the year? Could Christian Yelich's power struggles relate back to his 2019 knee injury? What's the concern level ...
38m Jul 15, 2021
38m
Brewers nearly match Team Streak, but the offense isn't out of the woods yet (07.06.2021)
The Milwaukee Brewers just went on an 11-game winning streak with the offense pounding out 7.6 runs per game. What in the world? Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss what led to the Brewers' thrilling run and even looks back at Haudricourt's own memories of Team Streak in 1987 (it was Haudricourt who gave that team the catchy name!). The next two games remind...
39m Jul 06, 2021
39m
Is Keston Hiura back to form, just in time for the Cubs to hit Milwaukee? (06.28.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe take a look at the upcoming battle with the Chicago Cubs now that the first-place Brewers are hot again. Who's going to pitch Wednesday with Brett Anderson injured? The Brewers lost Dan Vogelbach, but has Keston Hiura finally turned a corner as he's shown some life in his return? The Brewers keep finding bullpen gems out of unusual pla...
31m Jun 28, 2021
31m
Brewers bullpen weakness showing, but Willy Adames and Luis Urias are still raking (06.21.2021)
The Milwaukee Brewers came down from a hot streak with five straight losses to open the new week. The good news? Two dramatic wins to close the week in Colorado and keep things from getting out of hand. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss the team's struggles in the bullpen and continued flatness from parts of the offense, although Willy Adames and Luis Urias sure ar...
26m Jun 21, 2021
26m
It's alive! Brewers offense suddenly humming (06.14.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss an offense that has found its groove, with Christian Yelich among the players leading the charge. Travis Shaw is down; can the Brewers ultimately overcome a new hole on their infield? How will this bullpen ultimately look, with potential new contributors like Hunter Strickland and Aaron Ashby in the mix. What about Eric Lauer and h...
33m Jun 14, 2021
33m
Suddenly the Brewers offense is on fire, and Freddy Peralta flirts with no-no (06.07.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the Brewers' sudden surge in power, including some additional promising signs from Christian Yelich. Freddy Peralta flirts with a no-hitter in the latest chapter of his rapid ascent. What's the story with Keston Hiura, and is he really going to remain with the big-league team through his struggles on offense? Brad Boxberger has...
34m Jun 07, 2021
34m
Brandon Woodruff is crushing it, but bats remain a puzzle (05.31.2021)
 Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss the continued brilliance of Brandon Woodruff (https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/mlb/brewers/2021/05/30/brewers-brandon-woodruff-forces-other-pitcher-rise-challenge/7472999002/) and a week where Milwaukee won five of seven, but the same offensive struggles have lingered. Keston Hiura can't find his groove upon return to the big...
36m May 31, 2021
36m
Willy Adames trade marks an abrupt end to Luis Urias at short, and is Christian Yelich back? (05.24.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe take a look at the Willy Adames trade and what it signifies for Luis Urias going forward. They revisit a couple recent transactions that have been made to look dubious as a result -- the team's decision to deal Orlando Arcia and the Trent Grisham trade before the 2020 season that brought Urias to Milwaukee. Plus: A productive Sunday ma...
39m May 24, 2021
39m
Are there any solutions for a struggling offense? (05.17.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's scuffling offense, and if there are any possible in-house solutions to fix it. How long will Jackie Bradley Jr. be in the lineup with his struggling bat (and can you afford to lose his flashy glove)? Is hitting coach Andy Haines' job in jeopardy? How concerned should the Brewers be about Luis Urias' defensive issue...
35m May 17, 2021
35m
Worries about Yelich and Hiura, and the offense in general (05.10.2021)
An injury to Christian Yelich and demotion to Keston Hiura leaves Brewers fans with no timetable for their return to the offensive equation, and their bats are badly needed. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss that and more after a rough week for Milwaukee. Could one of the solutions be more Tyrone Taylor? Though the offense has dipped below even 2020 numbers, th...
37m May 10, 2021
37m
How do the Brewers keep finding magic even as the injuries continue to mount? (05.03.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to look back at a highly eventful Dodgers series, including news that Corbin Burnes and Omar Narvaez would be placed on the injured list. Is there any way a struggling Keston Hiura avoids a trip to the minors at this point? What's the rest of 2021 likely to bring for catching options Jacob Nottingham and Mario Feliciano? What about new p...
34m May 03, 2021
34m
Pitching continues to shine and offense doing enough with Yelich out (04.26.2021)
The pitching continued to be the story, and Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discussed a huge 5-1 week for Milwaukee. How has the offense been piecing together enough without injured Christian Yelich? What will the team do with a sudden opening in its rotation? Omar Narvaez is tearing it up, Keston Hiura is still struggling, and Corey Ray had a pretty wild day Saturda...
33m Apr 26, 2021
33m
Cubs rivalry gets a new chapter, plus Milwaukee's injuries and bullpen (04.19.2021)
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss a .500 week for the Brewers, with an offense finding itself despite injuries to Christian Yelich, Lorenzo Cain and Kolten Wong. The bullpen has been hit and miss, particularly in the case of Devin Williams. When would the Brewers expand Josh Hader's length of usage, if at all? And finally, a look at the latest chapter in t...
32m Apr 19, 2021
32m
Have we ever seen a Brewers starting rotation on fire like this? (4.12.2021)
The Milwaukee Brewers just enjoyed an unprecedented turn through the rotation and won four of six games on a road trip to Chicago and St. Louis. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe take a look at Milwaukee's surge. Plus, at what point will the Brewers consider short-term alternatives to a struggling Keston Hiura, and would the Brewers explore using him back at second base w...
27m Apr 12, 2021
27m
04.05.2021: A slow start on offense, but could Milwaukee get the 2021 All-Star Game?
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss the vibe inside American Family Field now that fans are back, how concerned fans should be over the return of some sluggish offense and the absurd first performances by Corbin Burnes and Josh Hader. Given constraints on pitcher workload, will we see a solo no-hitter ... ever again? Plus, Todd chats about that runner-on-second rule ...
31m Apr 05, 2021
31m
Emergency podcast: Let's talk about that crazy opening-day win
Trending sports reporter JR Radcliffe is joined by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel colleague Curt Hogg to look back at a wild opening-day win for the Brewers. They talk about the statistical improbabilities of what transpired in the 6-5, 10-inning win, Josh Hader at his best, Travis Shaw and Orlando Arcia delivering in big spots, that runner-starting-on-second-base rule, a notable Brewers baserunnin...
32m Apr 02, 2021
32m
03.31.2021: Let's do this! Looking ahead to the 2021 baseball season
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe take one last look at the Brewers roster before the season starts Thursday. Can we trust the offense's strong spring to be for real? Luis Urias is going to be the shortstop, Freddy Peralta starts in the rotation, the team's pitching depth takes a hit, and, naturally, some fearless predictions for the season. Music intro: https://www.b...
28m Mar 31, 2021
28m
03.22.2021: The final roster decisions awaiting the Brewers before the season begins
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and podcast host JR Radcliffe discuss what's left for the Milwaukee Brewers to determine before they break camp for the April 1 season opener, and which players are in the mix for the final spots on the roster. Freddy Peralta is back in the starting mix? Will Lorenzo Cain and Devin Williams be ready? Is the door still open ever-so-slightly for a Ryan Braun ...
51m Mar 22, 2021
51m
03.08.21: How will the Brewers work Jackie Bradley Jr. into the lineup?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss the new addition of Jackie Bradley Jr. and how he'll get starts on a team that now has four starting outfielders for three spots. Tom also lends his thoughts on top prospect Garrett Mitchell showing well in camp, the sudden bevy of catching talent, and the news that fans will be in the stands on Opening Day. Music intro: https...
38m Mar 08, 2021
38m
02.17.2021: Brewers sign Travis Shaw and Brett Anderson, and PECOTA loves Milwaukee's chances
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss the new additions of Travis Shaw and Brett Anderson as Spring Training arrives. Does it mean Milwaukee is done looking for third baseman? Can Jordan Zimmerman contribute? Is there some concern with the outfield depth? Then, JR chats with Jonathan Judge of Baseball Prospectus (30:30), who explains how it is that the popular PEC...
1hr 6m Feb 17, 2021
1hr 6m
02.05.2021: How much better did the Brewers get with Kolten Wong signing?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's big free-agent move to sign Kolten Wong and shift Keston Hiura to first base. How much better did the Brewers get, and what are the options remaining to address third base? Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music
25m Feb 05, 2021
25m
01.29.2021: Will the Brewers bolster their roster before Spring Training starts?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the state of the Brewers, ostensibly two weeks before the start of Spring Training. As the other players in the National League Central begin to start making moves, will the Brewers keep pace? What about rumors that third baseman Justin Turner has been linked to Milwaukee? Plus, Tom discusses new addition Daniel Robertson ...
45m Jan 29, 2021
45m
Brewers Podcast: Does a quiet offseason lessen the chance of a Josh Hader trade?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss a quiet offseason. Is a Josh Hader trade still likely based on how little action we've seen across MLB? Is there any idea when we might know things like DH rules for the national league, or even a season start date? Lorenzo Cain is coming back, but who's going to play at the corner infield spots? Could Keston Hiura be moved to ...
1hr 3m Dec 29, 2020
1hr 3m
11.10.2020: Brewers reliever Devin Williams wins NL Rookie of the Year
Brewers reliever Devin Williams became the third Brewers player to win the Jackie Robinson NL Rookie of the Year Award, becoming the first pitcher to win without recording a win or save. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the fascinating circumstances of the vote, including Tom's own decision to rank someone else atop his ballot. Is Williams' huge season su...
32m Nov 10, 2020
32m
11.05.2020: New coaches and declined options, but what in the world will the Brewers do next?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's changes on the coaching staff, including changes for two longstanding staples Ed Sedar and Marcus Hanel. The club also declined a ton of options, including Ryan Braun's. What are the circumstances under which Braun returns to the Brewers? Once the 2021 season timeline takes shape, will the Brewers be signing .....
36m Nov 05, 2020
36m
10.06.2020: Where will the offense come from in 2021?
Where will the offense come from as the Brewers try and re-tool for 2021? Tom Haudricourt, Todd Rosiak and JR Radcliffe discuss.
45m Oct 06, 2020
45m
09.28.2020: Seriously, the Brewers are going to the playoffs
Tom Haudricourt and JR Radcliffe discuss the wild circumstances that got the Brewers into the postseason.
33m Sep 28, 2020
33m