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Brewers erupt to 22-0 blowout over Mariners as Rodriguez mishap sparks chaos
sports6 days ago

Brewers erupt to 22-0 blowout over Mariners as Rodriguez mishap sparks chaos

Milwaukee Brewers routed the Seattle Mariners 22-0 in a historic blowout that ties the largest shutout margin since 1888. The big moment came when Julio Rodriguez threw a ball into the stands after mistaking it for the third out, an error that allowed a runner to score as Seattle unraveled. The Brewers exploded for nine runs in the eighth, a frame fueled by Leo Rivas pitching in mop-up duty (allowing nine runs on nine hits) and highlighted by Luis Lara’s first career homer; Gary Sanchez closed with a scoreless ninth, sealing Seattle’s worst loss in franchise history.

Dodgers Lose Ground to Brewers as Roberts Demands Urgency
sports9 days ago

Dodgers Lose Ground to Brewers as Roberts Demands Urgency

The Dodgers fell to 74-51 and three games behind Milwaukee (77-48) for the NL lead after a four-game set, complicating home-field advantage and tiebreakers. Tarik Skubal remains winless in Dodgers colors, Shohei Ohtani managed just three hits in the series, and Dave Roberts criticized weeks of inconsistent offense and defense, urging a sharper, 1-through-9 approach and greater urgency as L.A. fights to sustain its aspirations in a tight NL race.

Brewers Hold No. 1 as MLB Power Rankings End in a 29‑Tie, No 30
sports14 days ago

Brewers Hold No. 1 as MLB Power Rankings End in a 29‑Tie, No 30

The Athletic’s weekly MLB power rankings keep the Milwaukee Brewers at No. 1, with the Dodgers slipping after a rough stretch. The Braves rebound with Ronald Acuña Jr.’s return, while the Cubs and Rays sit near the top thanks to strong offense and reinforced rotations. The Red Sox show a season-long resurgence fueling playoff chatter, and the Yankees, Phillies, and others are weighed by health and depth as they push toward October. Notably, the bottom is a two-way tie for 29th between the Angels and Rockies, with no No. 30 this week.

Brewers Bring Back Bryse Wilson to Stabilize Bullpen
sports14 days ago

Brewers Bring Back Bryse Wilson to Stabilize Bullpen

Milwaukee re-signed right-hander Bryse Wilson to a big-league deal to return to the bullpen after a brief free-agent period, while designating Lyon Richardson for assignment to clear roster space. Wilson has been solid since joining Milwaukee, delivering 13 2/3 innings over six appearances with 10 strikeouts and zero walks, and posting a 3.37 ERA in 93 Brewers appearances. Both Wilson and Richardson are out of options, meaning waivers and potential free agency are in play if they clear, with Richardson having just pitched 1 2/3 scoreless innings in San Diego before the move.

Dodgers land Tarik Skubal, denying Brewers with pitching-focused bid
sports20 days ago

Dodgers land Tarik Skubal, denying Brewers with pitching-focused bid

The Dodgers topped Milwaukee in the Tarik Skubal bid, landing the left-hander with a pitching-heavy package that Detroit reportedly valued for controllable arms (including River Ryan) over the Brewers’ hitter-led offer led by Luis Peña. Skubal’s Dodgers debut helped reinforce LA’s playoff rotation alongside Yamamoto and Snell, while denying Milwaukee a chance to counter in October. The Brewers’ stronger-than-expected offer ultimately wasn’t the package Detroit preferred, paving the way for the Dodgers to win the trade despite Milwaukee’s aggression.

Brewers Rally to Top Pirates 4-2 at Home
sports21 days ago

Brewers Rally to Top Pirates 4-2 at Home

The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 at American Family Field to improve to 69-43 while Pittsburgh falls to 57-57. Henderson worked six solid innings for the win, limiting the Pirates to four hits and two runs while fanning eight; Jared Jones lasted four innings with three earned runs allowed. Pittsburgh grabbed an early lead on Endy Rodriguez’s solo homer, but Milwaukee answered with Chourio’s tying homer, Vaughn’s solo shot, and Lara’s RBI single in the fifth for insurance. The Pirates were held to five hits, Pirates reliever Kirby Yates debuted in the eighth, Brewers reliever Antonio Senzatela appeared in the seventh in his Brewers debut, and Don Kelly was ejected after arguing a strike call.

Brewers pivot to Dustin May as Skubal pursuit ends
sports22 days ago

Brewers pivot to Dustin May as Skubal pursuit ends

Milwaukee, after missing out on Tarik Skubal, is acquiring rental starter Dustin May and rental lefty JoJo Romero from the Cardinals for minor-league prospects Alexander Frias and Josiah Ragsdale. May strengthens Milwaukee’s rotation floor with potential postseason value, while Romero adds left-handed relief depth; the swap earns the Brewers a solid, not ceiling-raising upgrade (grade C) and the Cardinals two mid-level prospects as they lean into a longer rebuild (grade B).

Brewers in the Hunt for Holmes as MLB Deadline Nears
sports23 days ago

Brewers in the Hunt for Holmes as MLB Deadline Nears

With the trade deadline approaching, the Mets are fielding inquiries on right-hander Clay Holmes, and Milwaukee is among the teams interested as a potential fix for a rotation hit by injuries. Holmes, who signed a three-year, $38 million deal with the Mets and hasn’t pitched since May due to a fractured fibula, offers strong ground balls and a 3.26 ERA over 218 1/3 innings but carries a $12 million option for 2025 that tempers his value. Milwaukee’s rotation depth, backed by young arms like Misiorowski and Harrison, could benefit from Holmes if the price fits and salary considerations are manageable.