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Jake McKibbin
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I love baseball, statistics and talking about baseball and statistics
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Kyle Harrison was a top prospect for a reason. The Giants couldn't capitalize, but the Red Sox appeared to have fixed him before the Brewers pounced. Here's why Harrison could be a star in the Brewers org:
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The Red Sox Fixed Kyle Harrison's Arsenal. Is He Primed to Soar for the Brewers?
Kyle Harrison stagnated late in his tenure with the Giants organization. After a reinvention of his arsenal in a short stint with Boston, has he become a breakout candidate?
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February 9, 2026 at 7:53 PM
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Are We Ready, Just One Last Time, To Dream On Garrett Mitchell?
He was getting on top of the high fastball. He adjusted his swing... is 2026 the season?
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Are You Ready to Dream on Garrett Mitchell One More Time?
Garrett Mitchell changed his swing path in the 2024-25 offseason, and if not for injury, we might have seen a very different version of him last year.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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So why is no one talking about how incredible Brandon Woodruffs cutter became in 2025?
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Brandon Woodruff's Cutter Could Catapult Him To Even Greater Heights In 2026
Brandon Woodruff's cutter transformed from a pitch that was supposed to cover his slower fastballs into a bona fide plus pitch. Can it propel him to even greater heights in 2026?
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February 3, 2026 at 8:24 PM
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After the Brewers terminated their agreement with their bankrupt former rights-holder, their new plan was announced Monday. The league will take over the Crew's broadcasts for this season, with wide-ranging implications. #brewers #milwaukee #thisismycrew
Major League Baseball to Take Over Brewers Broadcast Production, Distribution for 2026
After the Brewers terminated their agreement with their bankrupt former rights-holder, their new plan was announced Monday. The league will take over the Crew's broadcasts for this season, with wide-ranging implications.
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February 2, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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Jett Williams is polarising scouts assessing his hit tool, but despite some concerns the problem may be more nuanced than a rigid swing... 👇
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Jett Williams's Hit Tool is Better Than You Thought
Prospect evaluators have raised some valid questions about Jett Williams's hit tool, but it might turn out that what looks like a weakness is really a conscious sacrifice.
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February 2, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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Brandon Sproat is a truly fascinating arm, and one key component of this trade is in how he developed from the first half to the second half of the Triple A season, and how that didn't necessarily manifest in the big leagues. More 👇
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How Did Brandon Sproat Adapt to Dominate in the Second Half of 2025?
Image courtesy of © Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images Brandon Sproat has been a big name on prospect lists since his entry into pro ball, using a fastball that can touch triple digits and a diverse mix of sec...
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January 27, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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Freddy Peralta is a hot topic with a lot of swirling rumors. With the Brewers wanting a major league ready arm in return, who could headline the package coming back to the Brewers?
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Who Might Headline the Return in a Freddy Peralta Trade?
If the Brewers trade Freddy Peralta, they'll demanding high-upside, major league-ready arms in the return. Who fits that bill, on teams who'll have interest?
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January 20, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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Jesus Made's has one small issue with his lower half that could unlock a hall of fame ceiling. What's the problem, and can he address it in 2026?
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Jesús Made's Front Leg Tendencies Are The Only Thing Holding Him Back
Jesús Made is a consensus top 3 prospect in baseball for a reason, but his front foot might be hindering his ceiling. Will he address the issue in 2026?
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January 10, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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We've often assumed DL Hall losing an 80 grade fastball (per BA) is the issue behind his transition from high upside starter to swing man in the pen. However, what if its not the fastball that's the problem?
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DL Hall's Fastball Isn't The Cause Of His Swing-And-Miss Concerns
DL Hall's transformation as a burgeoning strikeout artist into his current "pitch-to-contact" iteration has long been labelled a fastball issue, but is there perhaps more to the problem?
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December 27, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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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
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Can the Brewers Make a Statement with a Ketel Marte Trade at MLB Winter Meetings?
With limited free-agent flexibility but a burgeoning farm system, can the Brewers tempt the Diamondbacks to part with their star slugger?
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December 2, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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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?
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Jake Bauers Made Big Changes in 2025, and His Roster Spot Should Be Safe for 2026
Jake Bauers produced some freakish performance on his return from injury this season. Here's how he asserted himself as a fixture on the Brewers' roster in the short term, a year after being a minor-l...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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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
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MLB's Revenue-Sharing Model Has Two Big Problems. How Can They Be Fixed?
Revenue sharing, in its current format, is effective—but two big loopholes compromise it. Could a performance-based reward address them?
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November 6, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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November 4, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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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👇
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If Brandon Woodruff Declines His Side of Mutual Option, is a Brewers Reunion Still Possible?
Image courtesy of © Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Brandon Woodruff encapsulates the Milwaukee Brewers in many ways. He's shown the adaptability, fierce c...
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October 27, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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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:
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Do Brewers Have Financial Flexibility for Big Acquisitions This Offseason?
The Brewers have a roster full of depth and quality, but there are some positions they'll want to address entering 2026. Do they have the payroll flexibility to make moves?
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October 21, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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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 👇
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Why the Brewers Have to At Least Consider a Freddy Peralta Trade
It took all of a day after the Brewers' exit for rumors to swirl around the fate of Freddy Peralta, and the decision certainly isn't black and white. Here are some of the layers to consider:
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October 20, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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A eulogy for the 2025 #Brewers: brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...
So Close to Perfect It Hurts
Unceremoniously, unsatisfyingly, unhappily, the 2025 Brewers' season ended Friday night, as the Los Angeles Dodgers swept them out of the NLCS. That wasn't the measure of the experience, though. This ...
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October 18, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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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
October 16, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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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 👀
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Brewers Lose NLCS Game 1 To Dodgers, Prepare For Game 2
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October 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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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
October 12, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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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...
Brewers-Cubs Game 5 Winner-Take-All Preview
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October 11, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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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:
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Brewers Head Into Elimination Game Against Cubs With Several Advantages
After going up 2-0, the Brewers seemed destined for their first playoff series win since 2018. While that didn't happen in Chicago, they return to Uecker Field with an advantage (on paper) that they m...
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October 10, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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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
October 7, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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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 👇
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With a Subtle Move, Milwaukee Brewers Line Up Their NLDS Rotation
The Brewers made a subtle move on Saturday to re-align their rotation, with some noticeable playoff implications. Here's how the Brewers may be preparing for the NLDS:
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September 15, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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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
Pitchers Are Keeping Down And Dirty To Andrew Vaughn, And It's Sapping His Pop
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.
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August 31, 2025 at 9:56 PM