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Brutal weekend losses in Chicago have put Milwaukee's back against the wall, plus a chat with Mike Brosseau (08.22.2022) Aug 22, 2022

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The Brewers lost two heartbreakers in Chicago in the latest chapter of frustration for a team whose playoff fortunes have gone south. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe search around for any signs of hope, and there are some. But what about Eric Lauer's comments about communication from the front office, Christian Yelich's struggles in the field, and the white-hot St. Louis Cardinals? Is it surprising the club hasn't brought up Sal Frelick to man center field? Is Keston Hiura finally going to get some extra playing time?
Then, Curt Hogg sits down with Brewers third baseman Mike Brosseau, who's been one of the bright spots in an offense that can't find consistency.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

Brewers stay afloat, but is the ship still sinking? (08.15.2022) Aug 15, 2022

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Thanks to some high-wire acts, the Brewers were able to win half their games last week, but Milwaukee also couldn't pick up ground in the National League Central. Host JR Radcliffe and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Curt Hogg look at what, if anything, can be done to jumpstart the offense after a rough week. A check-in with a struggling Christian Yelich and a lightly-used Keston Hiura. Another glance at the infamous Josh Hader trade, including the revelation that Taylor Rogers came to Milwaukee with an injury. Has Craig Counsell changed the way he manages bullpens over time? Plus: An unlikely triple, Jackson Chourio continues to rise, an amazing defensive performance and more.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

A nightmare week knocks the Brewers from their playoff perch, and we're still talking about Josh Hader (08.08.2022) Aug 08, 2022

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In the shadow of a wildly unpopular trade shipping Josh Hader to San Diego, the Brewers endured a miserable week, going 1-5 against the Pirates and Reds and going from three games up in the National League Central to two games down. Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and podcast host JR Radcliffe look at the ripple effects of the transaction and the other moves the team made at the trade deadline. Could a comparable move been made in the offseason instead? Do the Brewers think Hader is in serious decline? What to make of the negative reaction from the clubhouse? Did the Brewers bullpen really get better? How can this team not address the offense at the deadline? Does this still look like a playoff team?
The pitching hasn't been difference-making enough to maintain its status as a playoff contender, and young Aaron Ashby has been among those struggling. But the Brewers did have SOME things to celebrate this week: Freddy Peralta's return, the 1982 team, Prince Fielder in the Walk of Fame and a stolen base from Rowdy Tellez.
Then, JR chats briefly with Taylor Rogers, the newest Milwaukee Brewer, acquired in the Josh Hader trade. The former all-star closer has now been traded twice this season. He talks about pitching at altitude while growing up in Denver, his mirror-twin big-league brother and his time at the University of Kentucky.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

Emergency podcast: Brewers trade Josh Hader to San Diego Padres Aug 01, 2022

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The Milwaukee Brewers made a stunning maneuver Aug. 1, trading star reliever Josh Hader to the San Diego Padres for four players. Host JR Radcliffe and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Curt Hogg take a quick reaction to the news. Why now, in the throes of a pennant race? Which player is key to the return? How does the Brewers bullpen look now?
Then, JR plays his interview with Doug Melvin (20:00) looking back at the trade to get Hader in 2015, a multi-layered transaction that included a player crying on the field, an airplane tweet, a downtown Milwaukee dinner gone wrong, a no-hitter and a cheating scandal.

Let's speculate a whole bunch about the trade deadline, plus an interview with Mike Caldwell (08.01.2022) Aug 01, 2022

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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe throw out a bunch of names -- some more seriously than others -- with the trade deadline right around the corner. Will the Milwaukee Brewers make a move? Does it change anything now that Freddy Peralta's health outlook has taken a positive turn and the offense has found a groove? Among the topics: Christian Yelich truly seems to have discovered something atop the lineup, Hunter Renfroe on fire, Devin Williams and his scoreless streak, Kolten Wong's shaky defense, Jackson Chourio arriving in Wisconsin and the players Milwaukee could conceivably offer in a trade.
Then, JR chats with Mike Caldwell (51:00), who won two World Series games for the 1982 Brewers, a team commemorating its 40th anniversary at American Family Field on Friday. Caldwell discusses his recollections from that season, his stellar 1978 campaign, an unforgettable 1979 brawl and his reputation as a Yankee Killer.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

Three quick wins get the Brewers back on track plus chats with Rickie Weeks and Stephen Watson (07.25.2022) Jul 25, 2022

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The Brewers started the second half with some drama and some injury news, but also three wins over Colorado. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe take a look at the offensive outpouring. It's a mixed bag for Josh Hader after his late first-half struggles. Aaron Ashby signs a long-term deal. The impact of Jace Peterson's injury. Can Luis Urías step into the void or is an upgrade needed? Star prospect Jackson Chourio is headed to Appleton.
Then, JR chats with Rickie Weeks (33:30), a player development assistant better known as a former all-star second baseman. They chat about his new gig, memories during his playing days and especially about his good friend Prince Fielder, who's about to join the Brewers Walk of Fame.
JR also chats with Stephen Watson (52:15), the newest part of the Bally Sports Wisconsin team about his Philadelphia roots, his journey that brought him first to Madison and the new role with pregame and postgame shows.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

A first-half freakout extravaganza and a chat with national baseball writer Keith Law (07.18.2022) Jul 18, 2022

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The Brewers' first half came to a close with a whimper, and podcast host JR Radcliffe is freaking out a little alongside Brewers reporter Curt Hogg. They discuss a brutal week for closer Josh Hader (2:30), the absurdity of a consequential balk call in San Francisco (10:10), how Milwaukee could realistically pursue Nationals star Juan Soto (20:00), the demotion of Keston Hiura (29:30) and a look back to the first half (33:30), including the non-Burnes MVP, the game of the year, biggest surprise, biggest disappointment and biggest gut punch. Is it unfair to view the first half as a disappointment, even though Milwaukee will open the second half as a first-place team?
Then, JR chats with baseball writer Keith Law (71:00), who knows all levels of baseball as well as anyone. They discuss the things that ail Hiura and Christian Yelich, the rise of Jackson Chourio as a top prospect, the way baseball views Milwaukee's draft and development efforts and what he would do if he were in charge of the Brewers for the rest of the season.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

How much are we allowed to panic about a first-place team? (07.11.2022) Jul 11, 2022

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The Brewers are indeed still 2 1/2 games up in first place in the National League Central, but after a 2-4 week against NL Central also-rans at home, the team's struggles on offense, defense and now in the bullpen feel more worrisome. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss what the trade deadline can realistically improve, whether we're too harsh in evaluating the Brewers offense, the ongoing puzzle of Keston Hiura and one of the craziest games of the year. Plus, minor-league prospect Jackson Chourio is lighting up Brewers nation and a walk-off that wasn't in Remembrew When.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

Rotation getting healthier, but injuries still a factor, plus an interview with Hunter Renfroe (07.04.2022) Jul 04, 2022

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The Brewers enter the week two games up in first place after a productive six games, two of which were started by Brandon Woodruff at his best. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe look at the other injury issues, some good (Aaron Ashby) and some bad (Adrian Houser, Tyrone Taylor). They discuss Christian Yelich at leadoff, the center field situation, the arrival of Pedro Severino and scenes from a 19-2 win, plus Jonathan Davis' incredible catch, Corbin Burnes' sprint and more.
Then, JR sits down with outfielder Hunter Renfroe, discussing his cannon arm, a memorable World Series home run and his work with military causes (happy Fourth of July, by the way!)
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

Are the Brewers better than the Cardinals? Plus an interview with Hoby Milner (06.27.2022) Jun 27, 2022

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The Brewers survived a tense 4-3 week in which they improved their standing in the National League Central, but when does Milwaukee need to add difference makers on offense? Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak takes an early look at the trade-deadline landscape for a Brewers team in flux with some players returning from injury, and another key one lost with one. Are the Brewers better than the Cardinals? Andrew McCutchen rebounds, Rowdy Tellez socks two homers against his old team and a check-in on Keston Hiura.
Then, podcast host JR Radcliffe sits down with Brewers reliever Hoby Milner and gets to know one of the surprises of the 2022 season.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. Music clips: "ABC" by Jackson 5, "Red Hot Memories (Ice Cold Beer)" by Jerry Lee Lewis, "Pursuit Music Logo" on SoundCloud and Bob Uecker on WTMJ 620-AM radio.

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