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Brewers get the job done out west, but what happened Sunday? (09.16.2024) Sep 16, 2024

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The Milwaukee Brewers had an excellent 4-2 showing on a road trip to San Francisco and Arizona, but the wild Sunday loss raised some eyebrows. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss that game, Pat Murphy's bullpen decisions and the other aspects of the road trip. Jackson Chourio is a 20/20 player at age 20, did Frankie Montas just elevate himself into the No. 2 starter for the postseason, what are the decisions still to be made in the bullpen and lineup for that series and more.
In Three Up Three Down, they discuss the loss of Hank the Ballpark Pup, another ridiculous catch from Sal Frelick and Christian Yelich in the announcer's booth. JR goes back in time to look at a forgettable Milwaukee-Arizona comeback loss in Remembrew When, and Todd's Take of the Week looks at the appetizing homestand ahead.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

Lousy week interrupts the good vibes. What's up with the Brewers offense ... and the roster? (09.09.2024) Sep 09, 2024

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The Brewers endured an ugly 2-4 homestand at home before a west-coast trip, and though their lead in the division is still safe, did we learn about any new cracks in the foundation? Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look at the forgettable showings against the Cardinals and Rockies, including some curious roster decisions to send down the team's best reliever to Class AAA and not promote Jacob Misiorowski. Are there any changes to the perception about what the playoff rotation could look like, especially after an amazing Tobias Myers start? Willy Adames keeps homering, Jackson Chourio calls his shot, and which wild-card opponent presents the best matchup?
In Three Up, Three Down, they discuss the ground causing the fumble, Isaac Collins sharing a football backfield with an ex-Badgers basketball player and whether or not the three-run homer thing with Adames is really, like, a real thing to get excited about.
Remembrew When goes back to 1982 for some September frustrations, and Curt Blanche revisits a personal triumph at Helfaer Field.
Then, JR is joined by Brewers great Gorman Thomas and producer Kelly Kahl, the driving force behind new documentary "Just a Bit Outside," which examines the 1982 Brewers team that went to the World Series and became the apple of Milwaukee's eye.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

Yet another great week for Brewers and we're looking ahead to the postseason, plus a chat with Aaron Ashby (09.02.2024) Sep 02, 2024

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With another 5-2 week in the books, the Milwaukee Brewers can safely look ahead to the postseason with a month to go. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the roster moves still to be made (or not made? Like Jacob Misiorowski?), the resurgent pitching performances of Aaron Ashby, Freddy Peralta and DL Hall, the sustained excellence of rookie Jackson Chourio and the steady strength of William Contreras and Willy Adames.
In Three Up Three Down, we're talking Blake Perkins home-run robberies, Jake Bauers saving the day and a Brewer on the Brewers. Remembrew When goes back to another 10-run inning, though one that didn't guarantee victory, and Todd's Take of the Week looks at the legacy of a player who's unlikely to return in 2025.
Then, JR chats with Aaron Ashby, who had an eye-opening week, one that has put him squarely in the conversation for a spot on the playoff roster. They talk Kansas City tailgate culture, the story behind his slider and the tumultuous journey that has been 2024.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

When will the Brewers add one (or more) rookie hammers to the bullpen? (08.26.2024) Aug 26, 2024

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Microbrew co-host Curt Hogg stopped by the Nashville Sounds this week and spoke to Jacob Misiorowski and Craig Yoho, two potential contributors down the stretch for a team on a path to the playoffs. How soon will they be here, if they indeed arrive? Curt and host JR Radcliffe look back at a 3-3 week, with an excellent return for a forgotten bullpen option, some concern for Nick Mears and a couple high-wire acts for Devin Williams, including one that added badly. Were the guys wrong about how valuable Frankie Montas could be?
Three Up Three Down talks a big-man triple and an eye-popping throw from the outfield. Remembrew When re-visits some Brewers-A's history and Curt Blanche takes issue with an umpire.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

The roll continues as Brewers go 5-2 against first-place teams, but can they do this without Christian Yelich? Plus, a conversation with Devin Williams Aug 19, 2024

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The Brewers are once again red-hot with five straight wins (all against first-place teams) after starting the week 0-2. The National League Central is almost surely theirs, but they also know Christian Yelich will be out for the rest of the year. That hasn't impacted them dramatically yet, but will it? Willy Adames is feeling it with the bat, but it's been a strange year on defense. William Contreras is back to mashing, Tobias Myers and Colin Rea continue to be for real, and can the team do anything to address its sudden weakness ... the outfield? Can this team really hang with the Dodgers if they meet again in October?
Three Up Three Down discusses an amazing week for Devin Williams and the confusion around "blocking the plate." Remembrew When also goes back to a Robin Yount highlight, which is fitting with Yount getting honored at American Family Field on Sunday. Curt Blanche examines a play that often gets maligned, perhaps incorrectly.
Then, JR sits down with Devin Williams, the Brewers closer who has made a triumphant return from a back injury. They discuss the moment he almost gave his heart to soccer instead of baseball, his trophies and what has to happen for this year to be different in the postseason.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

Brewers bats have a massive week, and pendulum swings from concern to wondering if division is locked up (08.12.2024) Aug 12, 2024

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The Brewers' bats went on a tear for a 5-1 week, and it's even better than a hot week. Tobias Myers and Colin Rea further reinforced that they can be counted on as the season gets closer to the biggest games of the year, and DL Hall's return Sunday offered some intriguing signs. Host JR Radcliffe and fellow Journal Sentinel writer Curt Hogg look at the big breakout, from rookie Jackson Chourio's continued sky-high success to a series of promising updates for relievers to Joey Ortiz snapping out of his funk.
In Three Up Three Down, they remark upon Devin Williams' first save of the year and Rhys Hoskins' thrilling homer to set it up. Remembrew When takes a look back at the Brewers' 1992 rookie of the year (with an unexpected tie in to the past week), and Curt Blanche goes behind the curtain for a story twist after Friday's game.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

Uninspiring trade deadline just the start of ugly week for Brewers; are they in trouble? Plus: A chat with Nick Mears (08.05.2024) Aug 05, 2024

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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look back at a rough week for the Brewers, and the 2-4 record was just the start of it. The team added another pitcher at the deadline with some iffy stats, and the team's draft signings in 2024 didn't go the way they hoped. Is Aaron Civale's rotation spot in trouble now that he's struggled through five starts? Was Frankie Montas the right call to add to the roster? Should the Brewers have done more? Can this team, struggling on offense and on the mound for a prolonged period of time, hold onto its still-healthy lead in the National League Central, and if they do, do they have the hammers to get deep into a postseason?
Three Up Three Down makes mention of a big-time prospect climbing the ladder and a hometown product coming back to burn the Brewers. Remembrew When looks back at a fruitful trade deadline, and Curt Blanche has a playoff Game 1 vision.
Then, JR is joined by new Brewers reliever Nick Mears (49:25), discussing his unusual 2020 debut, pitching in Colorado and his superb Instagram handle.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

Will the Brewers make another move at the trade deadline? Plus: Devin's back, Yelich hurt and Ryan Braun (07.29.2024) Jul 29, 2024

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Curt Hogg and JR Radcliffe discuss the Milwaukee Brewers' tough weekend and the losses of key players Christian Yelich and Bryan Hudson. Does this change what they're going to do at Tuesday's trade deadline? Who are some names to know? Plus: Ryan Braun gets honored at American Family Field, putting a bow (maybe?) on a complicated career. Devin Williams is back, Brice Turang and Joey Ortiz are struggling offensively and the Brewers, after all, are still a first-place team.
Remembrew When looks back at a big-time Braun moment and the complicated feelings that his legacy leaves. Three Up, Three Down includes some draft signings, defensive wizardry by Brice Turang and Rhys Hoskins with a big weekend.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

Jackson Chourio resumes his hot streak out of the break, but ... yep, still worried about the pitching (07.22.2024) Jul 22, 2024

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The Brewers came out of the all-star break with two tense wins over the Minnesota Twins, and 20-year-old Jackson Chourio is still on fire. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look at a busy week, including the draft, the all-star game and two games with several highlights. As the trade deadline approaches, doesn't this team have to address its pitching, and who are the odd guys out when that happens (or if the team gets healthy). They look at the MLB draft and Milwaukee's surprise first-round selection of Braylon Payne, plus make some second-half predictions.
In Three Up Three Down, there are some roster moves to discuss (Dallas Keuchel out, a minor trade taking up a 40-man spot, Brewer Hicklen to the 40-man roster), and Remembrew When looks at another time the U.S. presidency collided with the Brewers in light of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Curt Blanche goes deep into the minors to discuss some future gems.
Then, JR sits down with new Brewers starter Aaron Civale (1:12:00), acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays and already with three starts under his belt. He talks about kinda-sorta sneaking in to see the 2013 Red Sox win the World Series, why his corgi is named Stetson West, where he was during the brawl between the Rays and Brewers earlier this year and getting traded midseason in back-to-back years.

Humbling homestand shows there's work left to be done in the second half, plus a chat with Rhys Hoskins (07.15.2024) Jul 15, 2024

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The Brewers will take a 4 1/2 game lead into the all-star break, which isn't bad considering the team limped through the past two weeks, including a clunky 2-4 homestand against the Pirates and Nationals. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to assess the Brewers at the midway point, including the team's biggest surprises and disappointments. Does this team really have a big postseason run in its holster? What changes should be expected in the rotation, especially now that Dallas Keuchel has been dropped for the roster, and the bullpen, with so many players due back from injury soon? The Brewers made their first four draft picks Sunday, and Three Up Three Down looks back at big performances from Paul Skenes, Jesse Winker and Tobias Myers.
Remembrew When revisits a haunting finish to the first half in a previous season, and Todd's Take of the Week looks at the break (or lack thereof) ahead.
Then, JR sits down with Rhys Hoskins, the slugging first baseman who's up to 14 homers on the season, tied for the team lead. They talk card games, going undercover, the Home Run Derby, rehab and the possibility of facing the Phillies in the postseason.
Musical cues (in order of use): "Strobes" by Epocha, "Ricketts Glenn" by Roy Williams and "Rock is Back" by Got Happy. Royalty-free music available at EpidemicSound.com.

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