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A farewell to Lorenzo Cain, the Brewers get well in Cincy and a conversation with Vinny Rottino (06.20.2022) Jun 20, 2022

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The Brewers got well with a three-game sweep in Cincinnati, and a new homestand is about to kick off with a bang -- four games against the team with whom the Brewers are tied for first place in the Central, the St. Louis Cardinals. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe take a look at some of the past week's key contributors but spend a lot of time talking about Lorenzo Cain, whom the Brewers designated for assignment this week after a strong four-plus year run with the Brewers. Plus: What happens when Pedro Severino is ready? What are the thoughts on the City Connect jerseys? Craig Counsell reaches a milestone, a controversial send at third base and a Remembrew When that looks back at a different alternate jersey issue back in 1977.
Then, JR chats with Bally Sports Wisconsin host and former Brewers utility man Vinny Rottino, gauging his impressions on the upcoming draft, his own journey to the big leagues, his pivotal role in a wild 2007 game, stories about Craig Counsell and Prince Fielder and his impression of the current team.
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.

Losing streak over, but the teamwide struggles remain fierce, plus a conversation with Jason Alexander (06.13.2022) Jun 13, 2022

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The pitchers joined the hitters in a slump, and the Brewers stumbled to their longest losing streak in seven years. It's over now, but Milwaukee now finds itself outside of a playoff spot. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe try to make sense of it and whether it can be written off as simply a particular bumpy stretch for an otherwise quality team. JR chats with Jason Alexander, one of the bright spots in the recent malaise. Plus: Hoby Milner, Christian Yelich leading off, the first hiccup for Josh Hader, the return of some key players and loss of others. Remembrew When takes a look back at Team Streak's 1987 nadir and Curt discusses the former Brewers pitcher who might have been even better in the age of the "pitching lab."
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.

Let's talk you off the ledge about the offense. Or add to the panic (06.06.2022) Jun 06, 2022

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The Brewers offense endured an injury-riddled week of struggle, Milwaukee's worst week of the season before. We're here to talk you off the ledge ... or feed the panic. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look at just how seriously Brewers fans should worry about an offense that just can't find a groove, particularly the slumping veterans. What's next for Lorenzo Cain? What's up with Andrew McCutchen and Keston Hiura? Are we sure the Brewers will start getting healthy this week? Plus: Remembrew When looks back at doubleheader madness in 1997 and Curt Blanche takes on an official scoring issue.
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.

Ethan Small talk, Hiura's splits, veteran struggles and Cy Young chatter (05.30.2022) May 30, 2022

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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss the pending arrival of top prospect pitcher Ethan Small as the Brewers look to combat more injuries to stay on a winning course. How do we evaluate Keston Hiura's reverse-platoon splits, or Josh Hader's potential place in a Cy Young conversation? Which veteran's struggles are most concerning? Plus: Remembrew When looks back at the man Craig Counsell is about to pass on the franchise wins list, and we go a little extra for Curt's take of the week in Curt Blanche.
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 confronting key injuries, including Freddy Peralta (05.24.2022) May 23, 2022

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The Brewers are down a top position player (Willy Adames) and now a top pitcher after Freddy Peralta left Sunday's game. How bad is it and how will Milwaukee fill his shoes? Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe take a look back at a 4-2 week, one that included a walk-off homer, a triple play and nearly an inside-the-park home run. Has Keston Hiura bought himself more time in the big leagues? What do the Brewers do at catcher when Pedro Severino is eligible to return? Plus: bobbleheads, some triple play history and Todd's Take of the Week tackles St. Louis.
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.

Pitching struggles and bats carrying the load? That's weird. Oh, is Yelich back? (05.16.2022) May 16, 2022

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The offense is churning and the pitching is just so-so; it's absolutely what we envisioned for the 2022 Brewers, right? Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe look at a 3-3 week, including a wild loss in Cincinnati that also featured a cycle from Christian Yelich. (Don't say it, don't say it don't sa --) Is Christian Yelich back? Will the Brewers seek out other options in center field? How concerning are the persistent slow starts of some on the pitching staff, including Brandon Woodruff and Freddy Peralta? If Willy Adames is injured, does it open the door for a top prospect to make his big league debut? Also, Remembrew When looks back at one of the most unlikely cycles in Brewers history, and though the defense has been spotty, "3 Up 3 Down" highlights one of the plays of the year.
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.

Rowdy has a game for the ages, but are the Brewers just beating up on bad teams? (05.09.2022) May 09, 2022

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Rowdy Tellez breaks a record that's been standing since 1970 thanks to an explosive game, part of a monster homestand for the offense. But then Atlanta happened. Is there anything at all to the idea that the Brewers are just beating up on bad teams? Journal Sentinel reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look at a strong week for Christian Yelich, more great pitching, questions around Keston Hiura and Aaron Ashby, suspect defense and the future in center field.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Offense enjoys flashes of brilliance in productive week, and Eric Lauer, Cy Young candidate? (05.02.2022) May 02, 2022

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New podcast name and new logo! The Brewers offense found its groove -- at least, in three of the week's seven games -- to bounce out of a sluggish start to 2022. But is that enough to say it's turned a corner? Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss a productive 5-2 week of baseball, including a six-homer game against the Cubs. Eric Lauer has been pretty great for a long period of time ... at this point we just have to say it's for real, right? Plus: Aaron Ashby showing major promise, Corbin Burnes still dealing (albeit in two losses), Andrew McCutchen and Willy Adames breaking out and asking the question: Is baseball still fun with this year's muted offense? Remembrew When looks back at the guy Josh Hader is chasing for the franchise's all-time saves mark, and Curt Blanche goes after a stupid baseball rule in Curt's take of the week.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Pitchers flat-out dealing in 5-1 week, but hitters still out of sync (04.25.2022) Apr 25, 2022

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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 hot have hit the skids. Is Keston Hiura in danger of losing a roster spot when Luis Urías returns? Where are the home runs?
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

A winning week, but some early turbulence in the 2022 season (04.18.2022) Apr 18, 2022

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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 staff, some timely work by Tyrone Taylor, a new-look Camden Yards and much more, including a history lesson featuring the first game at County Stadium.
Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

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