Brewers | Parra could start next Saturday
Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:06:11 -0700

Andrew Seligman, of The Associated Press, reports Milwaukee Brewers manager Ken Macha said the team could recall SP Manny Parra from Triple-A Nashville so he can start Saturday, July 11.

Brewers | Looper solid Saturday
Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:05:39 -0700

Andrew Seligman, of The Associated Press, reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Braden Looper allowed two runs on six hits in six innings Saturday, July 4, to pick up his seventh win of the season. He struck out three batters and walked three in the game.

Brewers | McGehee sets several career highs Saturday
Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:45:23 -0700

Andrew Seligman, of The Associated Press, reports Milwaukee Brewers IF Casey McGehee went 4-for-5 with a triple, a home run and five RBIs Saturday, July 4. His four hits and five RBIs were career highs.

Brewers | Suppan has his best outing of the year
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:34:21 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Jeff Suppan allowed four hits and only one run in seven innings in a no-decision against the Chicago Cubs Friday, July 3.

Brewers | McClung gives up seven runs in loss Thursday
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:27:23 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers P Seth McClung allowed seven earned runs over 3 1/3 innings Thursday, July 2, as he fell to 3-2 on the year. McClung allowed seven hits and two walks while striking out one in the game.

Brewers | Fielder, Cameron hit home runs Thursday
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:18:55 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers 1B Prince Fielder and OF Mike Cameron each hit home runs Thursday, July 2, against the Chicago Cubs. Fielder finished 2-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored while Cameron went 3-for-4 with two RBIs and two runs scored.

Brewers | Pena, Capellan sign
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:34:55 -0700

Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers signed 16-year old Dominican OF Jose Pena and 17-year old Dominican P Jean Capellan Thursday, July 2. Pena's deal is reportedly worth $400,000. It is believed that Capellan received a five-figure bonus.

Brewers | Gallardo strikes out 12 in loss
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:18:09 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Yovani Gallardo (8-5) struck out a career-high 12 hitters in a losing effort to the New York Mets Wednesday, July 1. He allowed just five hits in seven innings pitched.

Brewers | Counsell hit streak ends
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:34:06 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers IF Craig Counsell saw his hitting streak end at 11 games Tuesday, June 30, according to The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Brewers | Braun has three hits, drives in four
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:29:11 -0700

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun had three hits and four RBIs Tuesday, June 30, in a 6-3 win over the New York Mets. Braun ended the night with a .583 average (7-for-12) against New York Mets SP Johan Santana.

Brewers | Burns picks up first victory
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:19:43 -0700

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Tom Haudricourt reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Mike Burns picked up his first major league victory Tuesday, June 30, in a 6-3 win over the New York Mets.

Brewers | Hardy gets four hits
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:59:38 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers SS J.J. Hardy had four hits, including a home run, Monday, June 29.

Brewers | McGehee hits grand slam
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:59:24 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers IF Casey McGehee hit his first career grand slam Monday, June 29.

Brewers | Jeffress receives suspension
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:55:24 -0700

Tom Haudricourt, of Baseball America, reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Jeremy Jeffress was suspended 100 games Monday, June 29, for testing positive for a second time for a "drug of abuse." He is one positive test away from a lifetime ban under the Minor League Drug Treatment and Prevention program.

Brewers | Have talked to D-Backs
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:45:13 -0700

The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro reports Milwaukee Brewers assistant general manager Gord Ash said the team has had trade talks with the Arizona Diamondbacks but didn't reveal the players involved. "Because they're one of the few clubs with available pieces, their asking price is way too high," Ash said. "So they don't have to make a deal yet."

Brewers | Fielder drives in four runs Saturday
Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:26:00 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers 1B Prince Fielder went 2-for-5 Saturday, June 27, against the San Francisco Giants, with a home run and four RBIs, according to The Associated Press.

Brewers | Hoffman records win Saturday
Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:23:48 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers CL Trevor Hoffman allowed two runs on four hits over one inning Saturday, June 27, against the San Francisco Giants, according to The Associated Press. He walked one and struck out none, improving to 1-1 on the season.

Brewers | Hardy collects 500th career hit Friday
Sat, 27 Jun 2009 13:00:10 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers SS J.J. Hardy collected his 500th career hit Friday, June 26, against the San Francisco Giants, on a third-inning home run, according to The Associated Press. Hardy, who entered the game batting .215, had been moved to the second spot in the batting order by manager Ken Macha in an effort to wake up his dormant bat.

Brewers | Gallardo earns win Friday
Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:50:42 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers SP Yovani Gallardo allowed one run on four hits over 7 2/3 innings Friday, June 26, against the San Francisco Giants, according to The Associated Press. He walked three and struck out nine, improving to 8-4 on the season.

Brewers | Stetter sets team strikeout record
Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:52:35 -0700

Cash Kruth, of MLB.com, reports Milwaukee Brewers RP Mitch Stetter recorded his last 15 outs via strikeout, breaking the franchise record of 10 set by free-agent SP Ben Sheets (Brewers) in 2008, before a batter flew out against him Thursday, June 25.

Brewers | Dykstra returns to action
Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:16:00 -0700

Brewers.MLB.com's Adam McCalvy reports Milwaukee Brewers IF Cutter Dykstra (forehead) returned to action at Rookie-level Helena Thursday, June 25, after an accident at home injured his forehead.

Brewers | Braun homers Thursday
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:30:58 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun hit his 16th home run of the year Thursday, June 25.

Brewers | Fielder goes yard Thursday
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:30:42 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers 1B Prince Fielder smashed his 18th home run of the season in a losing effort Thursday, June 25.

Brewers | Called about Lee
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:43:02 -0700

Jayson Stark, of ESPN.com, reports the Milwaukee Brewers have apparently called regarding a potential trade for Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee. However, it is doubtful that a deal will be worked out.

Brewers | Looper not expected to miss start
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:31:36 -0700

Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Braden Looper (arm) is dealing with soreness after being hit on the back of his arm by a line drive Wednesday, June 24. An appointment with a team doctor confirmed a contusion on his arm but he is expected to make his next scheduled start Monday, June 29, against the New York Mets.

Brewers | Hoffman earns save Wednesday
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:15:40 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers RP Trevor Hoffman earned his 17th save in 18 chances Wednesday, June 24.

Brewers | McClung to start Saturday
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:09:40 -0700

Updating a previous item, MLB.com's Adam McCalvy posted on his Twitter page that Milwaukee Brewers SP Seth McClung will receive the start Saturday, June 27.

Brewers | Parra won't come up yet
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:34:19 -0700

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Anthony Witrado reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Manny Parra won't come up to fill the hole in the rotation Saturday, June 27. P Seth McClung is likely to get that start.

Brewers | More on Bush
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:27:09 -0700

Updating previous reports, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Anthony Witrado reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Dave Bush (triceps) had an MRI reveal a micro-tear in his right triceps. He's expected to miss two to three weeks and likely won't return until after the All-Star break.

Brewers | Won't trade Gamel, Escobar
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:41:39 -0700

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Tom Haudricourt reports Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvin said he will not trade 3B Mat Gamel or SS Alcides Escobar for pitching help.

Brewers | Burns expected to start Thursday
Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:06:38 -0700

Alden Gonzalez, of MLB.com, reports Milwaukee Brewers P Mike Burns is expected to start against the Minnesota Twins Thursday, June 25. He was 7-2 with a 2.55 ERA in 12 starts for Triple-A Nashville this year.

Brewers | Burns recalled
Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:50:05 -0700

CBSSports.com reports the Milwaukee Brewers recalled P Mike Burns from the minors Tuesday, June 23.

Brewers | Bush to DL
Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:30:28 -0700

CBSSports.com reports the Milwaukee Brewers placed SP Dave Bush (arm) on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, June 23, with right arm fatigue.

Brewers | Hart in midst of hitting streak
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:07:46 -0700

Anthony Witrado, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports Milwaukee Brewers OF Corey Hart is in the midst of a 10-game hitting streak. He received the day off Sunday, June 21.

Brewers | Several candidates could start Thursday
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:07:04 -0700

Anthony Witrado, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports Milwaukee Brewers Ps Seth McClung, Mike Burns, Tim Dillard and Lindsey Gulin are all options to enter the rotation and start Thursday, June 25. The team has an empty spot in the rotation after sending SP Manny Parra to the minors.

Brewers | Bush dealing with arm fatigue
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:06:43 -0700

Anthony Witrado, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Dave Bush (arm) has been dealing with arm fatigue and manager Ken Macha wants to push him back in the rotation. The team wants to move Bush back to start Saturday, June 27.

Brewers | Gallardo strikes out eight in loss
Sun, 21 Jun 2009 21:46:15 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Yovani Gallardo allowed three earned runs off six hits and three walks through seven innings Sunday, June 21. Gallardo struck out eight batters in the loss, which lowered his record to 7-4 on the year.

Brewers | Bush suffers loss Saturday
Sat, 20 Jun 2009 17:23:27 -0700

The Associated Press reports Milwaukee Brewers SP Dave Bush allowed five runs on seven hits in three innings Saturday, June 20, to suffer his fourth loss of the season. He struck out one batter in the game. He is 0-4 in his last six starts.

Brewers | Did not watch Martinez pitch
Sat, 20 Jun 2009 14:36:14 -0700

Contrary to a previous report, Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvin said two Brewers scouts were scheduled to see free-agent SP Pedro Martinez's (Mets) workout Friday, June 19, but did not see Martinez because he was late for the start of workout, and the scouts had to go to other workouts.

Brewers | Miller Park suffers storm damage
Sat, 20 Jun 2009 11:55:49 -0700

The Associated Press reports Miller Park, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, suffered significant flood damage during a storm Friday, June 19, but the cleanup is expected to be completed in time for the team's homestand next week. Team spokesman Tyler Barnes said water was knee-deep in some parts of the stadium, and ankle-deep in the clubhouse, forcing crews to tear out carpeting and remove furniture. The field itself was unaffected and the contents of players' lockers was not damaged.

Brewers | Looper suffers loss Friday
Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:43:56 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers SP Braden Looper allowed seven runs on eight hits over 3 2/3 innings Friday, June 19, against the Detroit Tigers, according to The Associated Press. He walked none and struck out four, falling to 5-4 on the season.

Brewers | Fielder drives in three runs Friday
Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:40:02 -0700

Milwaukee Brewers 1B Prince Fielder went 2-for-4 Friday, June 19, against the Detroit Tigers, with a home run and three RBIs, according to The Associated Press.

Brewers | Cameron's suspension reduced
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:40:01 -0700

The Sports Network reports Milwaukee Brewers OF Mike Cameron had his two-game suspension reduced to just one game Friday, June 19. He will serve his one-game suspension Saturday, June 20, at the Detroit Tigers.

Brewers | Sign four more draft picks
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:54:38 -0700

Tom Haudricourt, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports the Milwaukee Brewers signed C Cameron Garfield (second round), P Robert Currie (12th round), P Jose Oveido (31st round) and P Matt Costello (35th round) Friday, June 19. Terms of the deals were not disclosed.

Brewers | Braun expected to return Friday
Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:53:37 -0700

Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun (back) is expected to be back in the lineup Friday, June 19, after leaving the game with back tightness Wednesday, June 17. The team has off Thursday, June 18.