Real life can take away from my side hobby, but before the winter meetings I'm back with a look at the most potent bat the Brewers will enquire about, why he's a fit, and the steep cost in prospect capital brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

On a more fun note, Jake Bauers had an in zone contract rate of 91.2% in September, an 18.8% strikeout rate and his bat speed was the fifth highest jump in baseball (min 100 swings per season) from 2024 to 2025. With tangible changes, is he the incumbent 1B in 2026? brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

The upcoming CBA makes the current revenue sharing model a hot topic. I can see two financial loopholes and a lack of meritocracy that make the biggest dent in what could still be an effective system brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

I'm gonna talk so much crap

Brandon Woodruff is 99% certain to decline his mutual option, but the Brewers may be uniquely placed in negotiations to bring him back to Milwaukee on a longer deal that suits both parties thanks to QO rules👇 brewerfanatic.com/forums/topic...

An early roster projection allows us to guesstimate the Brewers financial flexibility for 2026 to address some key weaknesses. I've dived into how much the Brewers may have to spend this season, and the factors surrounding how they use those funds: brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

It took all of a day for Freddy Peralta trade rumors to surface. I took some time to note why the Brewers have to be open to offers, and what considerations come into play regarding their ace this offseason 👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

A eulogy for the 2025 #Brewers: brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

Interestingly, the Brewers have been dominated by changeups in the NLCS, but they actually ranked 6th in xWOBA, and had the second lowest whiff rate in baseball against off speed pitches. If they can lock into Glasgow tonight, who doesn't get much chase, they have a shot The stuff is legit mind

The supreme overlord at Diamond centric and myself got together for a quick natter over yesterday's game and a big game two for the Crew today if anyone wants some pre-game listens 👀 www.youtube.com/live/XGbevgh...

I became a baseball fan in 2019. Thanks to my cousin, the Milwaukee Brewers are my team. Many have asked "why the Brewers"?. This is why. This organisation is special, and I'm halfway to a tear to finally see them win a playoff series. Two series from a WS Win. Let's. Fucking. Go

Been loving the postgame livestreams on the @brewerfanatic.com YouTube channel, and @jakemckibbin.bsky.social and Jason Wang killed it on this preview of Game 5, too. Watch, enjoy, like, subscribe! www.youtube.com/live/yd_3-ID...

In light of the recent games at Wrigley field, it might not be easy to see but the Brewers have some small advantages besides home field advantage that could make all the difference in game five: brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

Chicago Cubs in the '25 postseason WC game 1 - 13 K's WC game 2 - 11 K's WC game 3 - 11 K's DS game 1 - 12 K's DS game 2 - 11 K's That's a 34.5% strikeout rate this postseason The Brewers conversely have the highest xWoBA so far in an obviously giant sample size with a 16.7% strikeout rate

With an under-examined move on Saturday, the Milwaukee Brewers appear to have set their playoff rotation, with Jacob Misiorowski on the outside looking in. More 👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

ICYMI: Andrew Vaughn has seen some of his power dissipate as opposing pitchers have changed their approach, but that's not to say he's lost his value. #brewers #milwaukee #thisismycrew

Aaron Ashby is filthy dude. Jeremy Maschino's dynamic dead zone model highlights why hitters can't barrel him up. Every pitch drops noticeably more than a hitter would expect from that release point (solid circles are the actual movement ranges, shadows are expected movement). Like a LOT more

Amidst yet another remarkable winning streak with some sparkling plays and clutch moments, I thought it's about time to question if this is a lucky stretch as some suggest, or if the #brewers are just an extraordinary team capable of winning it all 👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

@rdtopp.bsky.social that's how Trevor Megill's fastball looks compared to the "dead zone"

Rumours are swirling about the #brewers heavily considering a Jacob Misiorowski extension. With the young phenom's dominant displays since exploding onto the big stage, just what might that contract look like? More @brewerfanatic.com 👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

The #Brewers saved slot money on day one, and should be set for some flashy picks on day two. This is when they usually COOK (as does Ginger Poison, IYKYk) so it's essential to tune in. Join us for all draft related chat, analysis and coverage @brewerfanatic.com brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

Forecast for Saturday's @brewerfanatic.com event is looking good now! Get your tickets here.... brewerfanatic.com/store/produc...

So I have an idea for how the #Brewers manage their rotation in July: - Misiorowski gets an extended break post ASB - Cortes to return post ASB in his spot - Quintana traded at the deadline as Misiorowski builds back up after 15-20 days off Thoughts? brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

Christian Yelich's recent form has been something to behold, with six HR's in his last seven games. He's also, just maybe, giving us reason to believe he's unlocked himself once more a la his 2018/19 iteration. Here's why you should be optimistic👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

The culmination of my recent dives, and perhaps the one I'm most proud of, I think I've found some diagnostics on both Christian Yelich and William Contreras, covering their struggles and why they're not as far away as you think... More @brewerfanatic.com 👇 enjoy! brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

Garrett Mitchell's swing changes are now tangibly measurable, so this weekend I dug into its effects on his high fastball problem and whether it's compromising his ability to punish breaking balls. Most importantly, can he have the best of both worlds? brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

Thought @jakemckibbin.bsky.social did a wonderful job tackling the enigma of Joey Ortiz’s catastrophic sophomore season, with lots of help from the new Statcast swing data. Up this morning @brewerfanatic.com: brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

The Brewers have the Orioles and Pirates this week..if they want to build any momentum to correct their season, now is the time

Clearly the Brewers see some big upside with Quinn Priester, but it's tough to envisage. I dug deep and when I compared his pitches to a certain giants ace he's perhaps not that far off. Is Logan Webb the template to unlock Quinn Priester? @brewerfanatic.com 👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

I think the Brewers may be in a tough position. They focus on long term, controllable talent in their big trades, but with a wave of infielders coming from the farm in 2026+, does that prevent them addressing the SS/3B need in 2025? More 👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

The 2025 iteration of the Milwaukee Brewers look daunted. They're relenting. Can they correct their course? And what are the ramifications if they can't? 👇 brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

Well that was a frustrating series for the Brewers, highlighted by all too regular defensive mishaps. Their middle infield hasn't performed as expected, so today @brewerfanatic.com I had a look into why that may be: brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

How One At-Bat Helps Explain Jackson Chourio's Current Issues with Pitch Recognition and Strike Zone Management ✍️ @jakemckibbin.bsky.social #ThisIsMyCrew

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This was such a pleasure to write, and it truly is fantastic to see how far ahead of schedule Woodruff currently is. With public statcast data available I took a dive into his full arsenal after his first rehab start, covering what's left to work on and what's developed since spring

Disgusting #brewers

The Carolina Mudcats have been incredibly exciting to start the year, and three big name, big upside talents have hinted at massive, perhaps even quantum, leaps forward. Feat the electric Luis Peña, Braylon Payne and Josh Adamczewski brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...

The question on everyone's lips.. did the Brewers overpay for Quinn Priester? Or can his unique deception provide success hitherto unseen by the 24 year old hurler? I dug into it all @brewerfanatic.com

This initially seems like a heck of an overpay, Yophery Rodriguez for a former top prospect, if a stalling one, in Quinn Priester (uncertainty if a Comp A draft pick is included). The sinker has some added break and velo early doors, and the new cutter looks good. The Brewers need to work magic

Caleb Durbin has hit the ball hard-ish so far in Nashville where even being 50th percentile is a big upgrade for him. Very small sample size, but the power output has been strong thus far carrying over from a good AFL showing

The Milwaukee Brewers Rotation Is Shunning Fast Fastballs: Is There An Organizational Problem With This Approach? ✏️ @jakemckibbin.bsky.social

It also seems like Jacob Misiorowski has found a pitch he can more consistently keep in the zone. The slider has become a more consistent shape, more cuttery and his control is better as a result. Small strides from the big man, but I do hope the quality of contact he's allowed is a SSS issue

A lot of Connor Thomas success last season was based on the sweeper as a primary offering. It's his one average stuff+ grade per @tjstats.ca however the Brewers/Contreras have almost cut its usage in half. The sinker/cutter combo are not strong enough for this type of pitch mix

The velo drop on everything Cortes throws is slightly concerning given his elbow issues at the end of 2024. Especially for someone who is so fastball heavy with the 4S/cutter. All while that arm angle got higher

Freddy Peralta’s back on the side of the rubber you’re probably used to seeing him work from this spring. Why he left in the first place, and why it was only a temporary shift.

Jose Quintana's Newly Quantifiable Deception and Command Should Keep Him Afloat in 2025 ✍️ @jakemckibbin.bsky.social #ThisIsMyCrew

Matt's back in Arizona. Brace yourselves

The Milwaukee Brewers fourth spring training game saw some more Statcast data on under-the-radar pitchers for the coming season, but the biggest story of the day was the metronomic hard contact from the team's fast-rising infield prospect. ✍️ @jakemckibbin.bsky.social #ThisIsMyCrew

The Milwaukee Brewers just played their first Statcast-tracked game this spring, giving us rare insight into some intriguing minor-leaguers. Who stood out from the crowd? ✍️ @jakemckibbin.bsky.social #ThisIsMyCrew

Brandon woodruff threw 92 as a point of reference. Both these guys are usually upper 90's (Ohtani more than Woodruff) but gives some basis for comparison early in camp