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Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporters Curt Hogg and Todd Rosiak join host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball and life on the Brewers beat.
Episodes
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.23.2019: Holy smokes, the Brewers are suddenly a playoff team. Plus, a chat with Jay Jackson
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the rapidly changed fortunes of the Milwaukee Brewers, now a near-lock to make the…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.16.2019: They don't have Christian Yelich but they still have a really good shot
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the crushing loss of Christian Yelich to injury last week. Yet, the Brewers are in the…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.09.2019: The Brewers are still alive after huge Cubs series, but can they overcome injuries?
The Brewers won three straight games against the Cubs over the weekend, leaving them just two games out of a playoff spot. But injuries are taking their toll…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew9.2.2019: Are the Brewers really still alive in this wild-card race?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt chats about where Milwaukee stands after yet another 3-3 week -- but back-to-back shutouts over the Cubs to get within 3…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.26.2019: Could the Brewers have handled the near no-hitter differently? Plus a chat with Jordan Lyles
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the state of the Brewers on the cusp of a monster stretch against the Cardinals and…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.19.2019: The enigma of Josh Hader's struggles and a ridiculous Saturday night in Washington, plus a look back at a 25-inning battle 35 years ago
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to look back on the absurdity of Saturday's 15-14 Brewers win in 14 innings, although it was a rough…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.12.2019: The Brewers rattle off five straight wins, but there are issues still to discuss
The Brewers were able to win five of their six games last week -- including four of them without Christian Yelich -- but should we be worried about the…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.05.2019: Are the Brewers sunk? Searching for silver linings, talking trade deadline and revisiting a wild 2015 trade with Doug Melvin
The free-falling Milwaukee Brewers get swept in Chicago; is there any way they claw back into the playoff chase? Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.29.2019: Can the trade deadline save the Brewers from their starting pitcher shortage? Plus: conversations with Keston Hiura and Brice Turang
The trade deadline is right around the corner, and the Brewers figure to be busy, but can they do enough to overcome a sudden shortage of starting pitchers?…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.22.2019: Good news! The Brewers won a bunch of games. But there's bad news, too...
The Milwaukee Brewers had a great week to get off the mat, with wins in five of their last six games. But Sunday's comeback win was dulled by the loss of…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.15.2019: Will this brutal 9-17 stretch change what the Brewers do at the deadline?
Sure, the standings say the Brewers are still in the hunt, but a brutal 9-17 stretch has Milwaukee searching for answers. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.08.2019: The best wins, toughest losses, craziest moments and weirdness from the first half of the 2019 Brewers season
The final weeks of the first half were a struggle for the Milwaukee Brewers, who head into the break at 47-44. Host JR Radcliffe and guest Curt Hogg look back…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.01.2019: The Brewers are still in first place, have four all-stars and Keston Hiura is back ... so why does it still feel like a struggle?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the big roster move of the week that brought Keston Hiura and Tyler Saladino back to…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew06.24.2019: The starting rotation is under the microscope, and are we closer to seeing Keston Hiura?
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's ever-fluctuating starting rotation, including the decision to move Jimmy…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew06.17.2019: The struggles of Lorenzo Cain, Freddy Peralta, Jimmy Nelson and Travis Shaw; plus, a chat with Matt Albers
The Brewers salvaged the Giants series and emerged from the weekend still in first place, but it was an up-and-down week. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew06.10.2019: The Hiura Decision, Keuchel/Kimbrel, Jimmy Nelson and hanging with Hernan Perez and Mark Richards
There's a lot to discuss on this week's episode. Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt takes one last look back at the team's early-week decision to…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew06.03.2019: Jimmy Nelson is about to return for the first-place Brewers, and a fascinating roster move awaits
The Brewers had a solid week and enter in first place after a Sunday that saw some roster moves, but the most interesting moves are the ones still to come…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew05.27.2019: Brandon Woodruff dazzles, Jimmy Nelson intrigue and a chat with Zach Davies
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Todd Rosiak breaks down what's made Brandon Woodruff so good, what's up with Jhoulys Chacin and discusses the…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew05.20.2019: The arrival of Keston Hiura and the return of Jimmy Nelson? Plus, a chat with Eric Thames
Keston Hiura's promotion to the big leagues was the big story of the week, including his first big-league home run Sunday. Brewers beat reporter Tom…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew05.13.2019: The case of the disappearing offense, plus a chat with Matt Lepay
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's disappearing offense in the final two games of the Chicago series after…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew05.06.2019: Ryan Braun is back, decisions surrounding two young pitchers and a conversation with Jhoulys Chacin
Ryan Braun's monster week helped the Brewers sweep the Mets, including an insane 18-inning victory Saturday. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew04.29.2019: Whose spot will Gio Gonzalez take in the rotation? Plus, a chat with Ben Gamel
Gio Gonzalez is back in Milwaukee after signing a one-year contract, and he made his season debut with the club Sunday. How does that shape the Brewers…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew04.22.2019: Rotation issues, the unstoppable Christian Yelich and an interview with Aaron Wilkerson
The Brewers went 3-4 on their homestand last week and have scuffled in their starting rotation. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew04.15.2019: Are there any solutions to the Brewers starting pitching woes?
The Milwaukee Brewers endured a tough week in Los Angeles, dropping four of six games, with the primary concern being the team's starting pitching. Brewers…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew04.08.2019: The Brewers are white-hot at 8-2 and a chat with Alex Wilson
The white-hot Milwaukee Brewers just sliced through the Reds and Cubs, and we're talking all about it. Journal Sentinel beat writer Todd Rosiak joins JR…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew04.01.2019: Christian Yelich lights up Milwaukee in a homestand for the ages
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak discusses the white-hot start of Christian Yelich (four homers in four games? Seriously?) and the other memorable moments of…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew03.26.2019: Injuries shake up the bullpen and get set for opening day
Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt checks in one last time before opening day Thursday, looking at the state of the Brewers before St. Louis…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew03.19.2019: Should we be worried about the Brewers rotation?
With 10 days to go before opening day in Milwaukee, Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt swings by to deliver his state of the Brewers, including whether or…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew03.04.2019: Spring training rundown thus far, including Jimmy Nelson, Bobby Wahl and Hernan Perez
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to chat Spring Training, including Jimmy Nelson getting back into the swing of things after a…
Milwaukee Brewers MicrobrewSpecial episode: A look back at the Wisconsin Badgers 2000 run to the Final Four with Dick Bennett and players from the team
Nearly two decades ago, the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team made an improbable run to the Final Four and set the table for a cycle of success that…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew02.19.2019: Mike Moustakas is returning to the Brewers; here's your first spring report
Brewers beat reporters Tom Haudricourt and Todd Rosiak join host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Brewers re-signing infielder Mike Moustakas and the decision to…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew01.31.2019: Jimmy Nelson, Dallas Keuchel and farewell to "Miller Park"
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe in the aftermath of Brewers On Deck, discussing Rosiak's conversation with starter Jimmy Nelson and…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew01.10.2019: Brewers sign Yasmani Grandal in free-agent splash
The Brewers reeled in a big fish on Wednesday, signing former Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal to a one-year free-agent deal. Journal Sentinel Brewers beat…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew01.08.2019: Do the Brewers have interest in Madison Bumgarner?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt checks in to discuss a number of recent moves by the Brewers, including trades that sent Keon Broxton to the Mets and…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew12.07.2018: Winter Meetings begin Monday; will the Brewers be seeking a second baseman?
In this Winter Meetings edition of the Brewers podcast, Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt gives a sense of where the Brewers stand heading into…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew11.16.2018: Christian Yelich is the MVP and Craig Counsell is runner-up for manager of the year
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Baseball Writers Association of America votes for manager of the year and MVP…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew11.05.2018: Some early stat projections for 2019, plus a chat about the 1957 Braves with Bob Buege and 1982 Brewers with Jim Gantner
Journal Sentinel writer Curt Hogg offers some early projections for the 2019 Brewers season and breaks down some key takeaways. Should we expect regression…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.29.2018: Who's coming back, who's moving on? Plus: a chat with Rich Donnelly
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss which players who should be back in 2019, and which players will be moving on. Among those…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.22.2018: It all ends in Game 7 heartbreak for Brewers
Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to look back at the end of the 2018 season, a Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.18.2018: It all comes down to this in Game 6 (and 7?), plus a chat with Lane Grindle
The Milwaukee Brewers return home needing back-to-back wins to reach the World Series after falling behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the series, 3-2. The…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.14.2018: Brewers split at Miller Park; should Brewers be worried or relieved? Plus: a chat with Travis Shaw
The Brewers experienced some highs and lows at Miller Park in the first two games of the National League Championship Series. Brewers beat reporters Tom…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.12.2018: Brewers going with Gio Gonzalez in Game 1 of NLCS
The Brewers announced their starter for Friday's Game 1 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and it's yet another surprise. Brewers beat reporters Tom…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.11.2018: Ryan Braun on the Dodgers challenge ahead and a chat with top prospect Keston Hiura
The Brewers are preparing for Friday's NLCS opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. During Wednesday's workout, Ryan Braun -- the only holdover from the last…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.08.2018: The Brewers dominate the NLDS. How far does this thing go?
Brewers beat reporters Tom Haudricourt and Todd Rosiak join host JR Radcliffe to discuss the white-hot Milwaukee Brewers, now winners of 11 straight games and…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew10.02.2018: We've got to talk about that tiebreaker victory, plus top moments of 2018
It's an emergency podcast! Host JR Radcliffe is joined by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel colleague Curt Hogg to discuss the end of the 2018 regular-season, a 3-1…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.30.2018: Brewers tie for National League Central title; what comes next?
Journal Sentinel beat reporters Tom Haudricourt and Todd Rosiak are both on hand to discuss an amazing finish to the 2018 season, during which the Brewers won…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.24.2018: Huge series in St. Louis awaits, plus Tim Dillard and Curtis Granderson
With one week to go in the regular season, the Milwaukee Brewers are looking to solidify their playoff standing. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.17.2018: Playoff roster considerations, two MVP-worthy outfielders and Brandon Woodruff
Journal Sentinel beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Brewers' 3-3 week, the considerations awaiting them as they zero in on a…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.10.2018: Playoff fever, the Cubs rivalry and a chat with Wade Miley
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss a white-hot week for the Brewers, with five wins in six games…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew09.03.2018: New faces, Yelich's huge week and yep, we're discussing the bullpen. Plus: Keon Broxton
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss a crazy week for the Milwaukee Brewers, including a number of roster moves and a handful…
Milwaukee Brewers MicrobrewSPECIAL EPISODE: Wisconsin Badgers Podcast
In this special crossover episode, we present the debut of the Wisconsin Badgers Journal Sentinel podcast.The Wisconsin Badgers head into 2018 with some lofty…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.27.2018: A chat with Mike Moustakas and 3 questions about the Brewers rotation
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt discusses three starting rotation questions: what's the long-term prognosis for Chase…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.20.2018: CC Sabathia chats about the 2008 Brewers
Host JR Radcliffe is joined by Brewers legend CC Sabathia (34:45) -- whose 3 1/2 months with the team may be the most memorable pitching performance in…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.13.2018: Not time to panic ... yet ... plus a conversation with Corbin Burnes
A very rough week for the Brewers puts Milwaukee's playoff hopes in jeopardy. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak chats with host JR Radcliffe about the…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew08.06.2017: Jonathan Schoop's rough start and an MVP candidate emerging, plus a chat with translator Carlos Brizuela
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins podcast host JR Radcliffe to discuss the acquisition of Jonathan Schoop -- and the struggles he's endured since…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.30.2018: Trades bolster the roster and a chat with white-hot Christian Yelich
Christian Yelich swings by (29:00) to discuss his eventful All-Star Game experience, his celebrity doppelganger, his brother in the Marines and the memorable…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.20.2018: Josh Hader tweets and Manny Machado goes elsewhere
The all-star break was a wildly newsworthy time for the Milwaukee Brewers, and not for good reasons. Josh Hader's past came back to haunt him when a series of…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.16.2018: How much panic is justified, plus a chat with Adrian Houser
Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak examines the state of the Brewers at the all-star Break, with a dismal 1-7 road trip putting a big downer on the season so…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.09.2018: Hear from the Brewers all-stars and a conversation with Erik Kratz
The Brewers have three all-stars -- and maybe a fourth -- with Josh Hader, Lorenzo Cain and Christian Yelich all earning tickets to Washington, D.C. and Jesus…
Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew07.02.2018: Chatting with Jesus Aguilar and Tom Flanagan, plus why don't the Brewers use the 10-day DL?
Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt stops by to address the state of the Brewers, who have hovered around .500 baseball lately despite injuries and…