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Brewers In Demand Ticket Pricing Expands for 2012

2012-02-22T07:40:00.000-08:00

An experimental ticket pricing program that was tested last year at Miller Park will be expanded this season. Demand-based pricing allows ticket prices to be determined in real-time – taking into account current demand, team performance, weather, notable games, special events, and a host of other factors.

The Brewers initially employed the system, which is gaining popularity quickly throughout professional sports, for three games in 2011. The fan response was so positive that Brewers COO Rick Schlesinger decided that in 2012 nine games would be furnished with the option.

Brewers Ticket Pricing for In Demand Seats

The new pricing system will be in place for only the loge outfield and loge bleacher sections of Miller Park. As the Milwaukee Brewers have roughly 20,000 season ticket holders, those particular seats are not part of the new ticket program. This may be an attempt at a franchise changing their role to more of a Brewers ticket broker situation. How could that backfire? They might price themselves out of the market for games that suddenly lose their value. Fans of the team may not like the idea of the ballpark raising ticket prices as market conditions change.

It goes without saying that the games chosen are marquee games on the current Brewers schedule. In order for this pricing system to work, there needs to be high demand from the start. It’s not likely that the team would implement this idea for a game that has no draw.

2012 Milwaukee Brewers Demand-Based Price Dates

· April 7 Brewers vs. the Cardinals

· May 7 vs. the Reds

· May 20 vs. the Twins

· June 8 vs. the Padres

· July 4 vs. the Marlins

· July 17 vs. the Cardinals

· Aug. 19 vs. the Phillies

· Aug. 21 vs. the Cubs

· Sept. 15 vs. the Mets

Brewers Spring Training 2012 Games

2012-02-15T14:00:00.000-08:00

It seems like only yesterday that Brewers fans were mourning the final loss after a dream-like season. Fielder is now a Tiger, and who knows if Ryan Braun will be in the outfield at Miller Park come opening day. The off season has brought mostly bad news for the Brewers, but the show must go on. Good news is around the corner though as the Brewers kick off their pre-season next month. Exhibition games will go through March and into early April – giving the team just one day of rest before starting the regular season on April sixth.

2012 Brewers Exhibition Season: March 4th – April 4th

March

 4th Split Squad (SS) vs Giants
 5th @ Giants
 6th vs Athletics
 7th @ White Sox
 8th vs Reds
 9th vs Indians
 10th SS vs Cubs & SS @ Giants
 11th SS vs Rockies
 13th SS vs Mariners & SS @ Athletics
 14th @ Cubs
 15th vs Padres
 16th SS vs Mariners & SS @ Royals
 17th @ Angels
 18th SS vs Rangers
 19th @ Rangers
 20th @ Dodgers
 21st @ Diamondbacks
 23rd SS vs Angels
 24th vs White Sox
 25th SS vs Dodgers & SS @ Royals
 26th @ Indians
 27th vs Royals
 28th vs Diamondbacks
 29th vs Reds
 30th SS @ Dodgers
 31st SS @ Padres

April Brewers Spring Training

 1st vs Giants
 2nd @ White Sox
 3rd SS @ Cubs & SS @ Diamondbacks
 4th @ Diamondbacks

Brewers Go With Ryan Braun on Media Guide

2012-02-08T07:01:00.000-08:00

The Brewers have been hesitant about putting Ryan Braun's face on any advertising materials this off-season. The jury is still out on the impending suspension. If Braun gets benched for 50 games, he will certainly be welcomed back as if nothing happened. That’s the nature of baseball. Braun hit homers, and brought adoring fans to the ballpark for more than that. Striking his image from the face of the team cannot be a good thing for the Brewers. The Brewers cannot pass up the opportunity to promote the slugger. After all, they invested millions of dollars on Braun. He’s got to pay off in every way.

The team released a sneak-peak of its upcoming 2012 Media Guide, which includes a cover photo featuring the famed player. Braun, Nyjer Morgan, and Carlos Gomez grace the front page of the new issue.

Brewers Fans Celebrate the On Deck Event

2012-02-02T08:48:00.000-08:00

If the three million Milwaukee Brewers fans who attended games this past season were upset about their loss to the Cardinals in the pennant race, they certainly didn't hold a grudge. The Brewers On-Deck event this year drew a record crowd of over 12,000 die-hard supporters. Brewers fans of all ages came out to meet new faces, get autographs, and have a chance to be a part of the Brewers culture.
The festival took place at the Frontier Airlines Center. It was expected to be over-shadowed by the surprise signing of Prince Fielder to the Detroit Tigers, and Ryan Braun's ongoing drug investigation. Instead, thousands of fans showed up in full support of the team.

The Brewers National League MVP Ryan Braun was absent from the event, but more than forty-five current, future, and former Brewers players took the stage. Just weeks before they are to report to spring training in Maryvale, players treated fans to autographs, answered questions, played in “game shows,” and took pictures. Newly acquired free-agents Alex Gonzalez and Aramis Ramirez made their debut appearance, answering questions while sitting alongside club owner Mark Attanasio. The recently retired Craig Counsell made his first appearance as the team's special assistant to the general manager.

Nyjer Morgan Steals Show at On Deck Event

Nyjer Morgan, AKA “Tony Plush”, was the biggest hit as this was his first ever On-Deck event. His outgoing style certainly attracted long lines for his autograph, and a new-hair cut provided fans with a great photo-op.

Opening Day at Miller Park Ticket Special Offer

2012-01-25T07:54:00.000-08:00

Opening day at Miller Park is still a few months away, but anxiety prone fans can get a head start on their ticket purchases through a free “Opening Day Opportunity” raffle being held by Miller Park.

What’s the prize? An advanced allowance to jump the Miller Park opening day ticket lines and get a chance to buy individual, standing room, or obstructed view seats before mass sales begin. The winners will also have access to advanced tickets for this year's Marquee and Golden Games:

Marquee Games at Miller Park:

Opening Day – April 6 vs. St. Louis

May 11-13 vs. Chicago Cubs

May 18-20 vs. Minnesota Twins

June 5-7 vs. Chicago Cubs

Aug. 20-22 vs. Chicago Cubs

Golden Games for Brewers Fans:

June 2-3 vs. Pittsburgh

June 9-10 vs. San Diego

June 30-July 1 vs. the Diamondbacks

July 14-15 vs. Pittsburgh

July 28-29 vs. Washington

Aug. 18-19 vs. the Phillies

Those who want to register should go to the Brewers main website and click on the “Opening Day & Marquee/Gold Game Ticket Opportunity” link.

Hotels Near Miller Park Milwaukee

2012-01-12T09:20:00.001-08:00

Miller Park in Milwaukee is surrounded by parking lots, and hotels nearby can be found within a few miles of the venue. Which hotels are the best? That depends on what you want. Looking for a cheap place to stay the night, after you have your fun watching the Milwaukee Brewers? Are you looking to spend some time in downtown Milwaukee before you head out to the ballpark? Here is a short list of hotels near Miller Park.

Iron Horse Hotel

The Iron Horse is just five minutes from the park. Harley Davidson fans love this hotel. It's a newer place to stay in Milwaukee, and looks pretty darn cool from the outside. If you bring your Harley to Milwaukee, and stay at the Iron Horse, you will enjoy it even more.

Courtyard by Marriott in Milwaukee

This hotel is situated just west of the Milwaukee River, downtown. Getting to Miller Park from the Marriott is just a ten minute ride west. The hotel is just over ten years old now, but the folks at Marriott know how to treat guests. The Grand Avenue Mall next door is pretty much out of business, but there is plenty of nightlife just up the street on Wisconsin Avenue.

Aloft Hotel Milwaukee

Aloft Hotel is a 15 minute drive from Miller Park. Situated on the northern edge of downtown Milwaukee, all you have to do is head south from their front entrance, and you will find plenty to do. Aloft is hip, and clean. Need a workout before you go to the ballgame? Their facilities are top-notch.

These are just three of the many hotels in Milwaukee. As Miller Park is smack dab in the middle of the city, you could even get a room in nearby Brookfield Wisconsin, and be sitting in your seat at the game in just 20 minutes. If you are looking for a detailed list of Milwaukee hotels, feel free to check that link. See you in April Miller Park fans.

Brewers 2012 Schedule | Miller Park Home Opener

2011-12-28T11:34:00.001-08:00

The Brewers 2012 schedule reveals that they will face the St. Louis Cardinals at Miller Park on opening day. Brewers fans will be hungry for a sweep, and the Cardinals will be managed by Mike Matheny. It's looking like a former Brewer looks to be a spoiler on Opening Day. After the three game homestand, Milwaukee will travel to Chicago to take on the Cubs at Wrigley Field. That's a four game series, followed up with a trip to Atlanta for three.

The Brewers come home for nine games after that. They will play the Dodgers, Rockies, and Astros in that order. There are three afternoon games during that homestand, one for each series. To finish the month of April, the Brewers will travel to St. Louis and San Diego. It's on to San Francisco after that. The Brew Crew won't come back until May 7, when they take on the Reds. Should Ryan Braun not win his appeal, we will expect him back around the end of May. The Brewers start a June 1st, home stand, taking on the Pirates and Cubs. They will play the Padres at Miller Park before doing a short Midwest road trip to Kansas City and Minnesota.

Brewers Closer John Axford Wins Award in Canada

2011-12-22T13:08:00.000-08:00

The Brewers prized closer, John Axford, has been honored in his home country of Canada by the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame. Axford, a native of Ontario, joined fellow major leaguer Joey Votto as co-winners the Tip O'Neill Award. The award is given to Canadian players who have displayed great teamwork, outstanding moral standards, and have accomplished many individual successes.
Axford Breaks Record in 2011
Axford was recognized for his record breaking season that included a league high forty-six saves, forty-three of which were consecutive. The closer expressed great appreciation for the award, but still humble. Axford noted that he was most deeply honored for being mentioned in the same category as past winners such as Justin Morneau and Larry Walker.

Axford’s ERA was 1.95 for the year, giving up just four home runs in 74 appearances. His worst outing of the season was opening day in Cincinnati. Some say that the terrible performance of that day was the best “early wake-up call” that a relief pitcher could ask for. He finished ninth in the Cy Young award voting for 2011, and was even considered for the league MVP. The Brewers are happy to have such a solid closer.

Ryan Braun and Prince Fielder Both out of Brewers Lineup

2011-12-17T06:28:00.001-08:00

I don't normally like to reflect upon bad news when it comes to the Milwaukee Brewers. When a story as big as the Ryan Braun failed test comes around, I feel compelled to speak out. When I heard the news, my first reaction was that the pressure to perform at the pro level must be something that I will never understand. Why would a professional baseball player risk his reputation and his career? What will those very young Milwaukee Brewers fans think? Is this another example of a "you-can't-get-ahead-unless-you-cheat" mentality? Still, we're supposed to wait for the appeal to come through before we hold the National League MVP accountable. This is already a black mark on an amazing season for the Brewers.

No Brewers Batting Power for Fifty Games in 2012

So we might lose Braun for fifty games in 2012. We are sure to lose Fielder for good, so where will the home runs come from? Will any team be threatened by the Brewers batting line up in 2012? At least they won't for the first 50 games of the season, should this suspension hold up. It's back to the dark ages for Brewers fans. I'll be retired before they once again make the playoffs.

Still, we might be able to find a journeyman to fill the vacant Brewers spot that a suspended Braun or long gone Fielder will create. Yes, Zack Greinke is crying for a trade, so there goes an amazing pitcher too. What is happening to our much beloved team? When will I wake up from this baseball nightmare? Is this what the big market teams go through? Spring training is just months away, and we have no idea who will take the field in Maryvale. Hold on tight Brewers fans, it's gonna' be a bumpy ride.

Doug Melvin to be Honored During Winter Meetings

2011-12-06T07:41:00.000-08:00

Brewers general manager Doug Melvin won another executive of the year award for the 2011 season. Melvin was initially named a co-executive of the year, along side of Detroit's Dave Dombrowski, by The Sporting News. He was the sole receiver of this latest honor by Baseball America.

Both organizations cited their choice by recognizing that Melvin had turned the Brewers from a mediocre small-market team, into a top contender in 2011. They credited his success to the multiple personnel moves that he made before and during the season.

Melvin Helps to bring Great Pitchers to Milwaukee

Melvin's biggest moves included the acquisition of pitchers Zack Grienke and Shaun Marcum. Grienke and Marcum both became indispensable to the team as they went 29-13, helping the Brewers win their first division title in thirty years. During the season, he brought in reliever Francisco Rodriguez from the Mets and outfielder Jerry Hairston Jr. Hairston quelled fears that an injury to second basemen Rickie Weeks would put the team's dream season in jeopardy. Melvin will receive his award this week at the annual winter meetings in Dallas.

Will Prince Fielder Stay in Milwaukee?

2011-11-30T13:47:00.000-08:00

As Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvin promised, the team is making an attempt to bring back Price Fielder. The Brewers offered Fielder, and reliever Alex Rodriguez, an arbitration deal last week. Fielder would have to accept before December 7, to be placed back on the roster, an unlikely scenario considering his probable asking price, otherwise negotiations will continue and likely fail.

Fans shouldn't fret, however, should Fielder decline the offer. The prized first basemen is a synch to sign with a team that finished in the top fifteen last year. If that turns out to be the case, Milwaukee would, according to draft-pick compensation rules, be entitled to the signing team's first round pick and a supplemental pick after the round ends. The free agent market is teeming with talent this off-season, and two could be better than one.

The Brewers would receive a similar deal if K-Rod rejects the proposal as well. Many cynics are even suggesting that Melvin is fishing for a few extra picks, hoping that the reliever's deal doesn't go through. In addition to the end-of-the-round pick, the team would get a choice immediately before the signing team in the same round.

Though if the scheme doesn't pan out, and K-Rod does accept the deal, he would be entitled to compensation above his last year's deal of $13.5 million. That's a hefty blow to a $80 million budget.

Rule 5 Draft Forces Brewers to Lock In Three Minor League Players

2011-11-23T08:45:00.000-08:00

The Brewers padded up their forty-man roster before the Rule 5 Draft this week. Last Friday was the deadline for teams to sign up minor league players, all-but protecting them from being picked-up by other teams during the upcoming November draft. Infielders Brock Kjeldgaard and Zealous Wheeler, outfielder Caleb Gindl, and pitcher Santo Manzanillo are Milwaukee's final recruits, leaving the roster five men short at thirty-five.

 Santo Manzanillo, a “righty” out of Brevard County, threw for over sixty-one innings in 2011. That time in Single-A ball saw him manage sixty-two strike outs and just a 1.75 ERA.

 Gindl did some damage this year with Nashville. He hit fifteen home runs and sixty RBI with a .307 percentage. The Triple-A outfielder was in the Pacific Coast League's top twenty for both hits and walks this season.

 Kjeldgaard and Wheeler each earned promotions during the middle of the season. Kjeldgaard played sixty-five games with Brevard County before moving up to Huntsville to replace Wheeler, who had left for Nashville. Kjeldgaard had a combined twenty-four home-runs during the season, as well as seventy-six RBI. Wheeler, meanwhile, had his 2011 highlights early in the season with Huntsville as he hit twenty doubles and a .272 percentage. His playing time with Nashville was limited, but he did improve his hitting to .275.

Cardinals Tap Matheny for Top Job

2011-11-15T10:23:00.000-08:00

A former Brewer has been named the St. Louis Cardinals new manager for the 2012 season. Mike Matheny, who played in Milwaukee from 1994-1998, will replace Tony La Russa as the World Series champs head-man as they attempt to defend their title.

The selection has some skeptics a bit confused, seeing as Matheny has no coaching experience at all in the majors. Others have pointed to the star catcher's stellar thirteen year career in the big leagues in which he became one of only three catchers to play over 100 games without an error.

Matheny also played for St. Louis in the early 2000s. With them he won three golden-gloves before being traded to the Giants.

2011-11-05T06:41:00.000-07:00

Ryan Braun and Prince Fielder were honored last week with the Silver Slugger Award. The award goes to the best offensive player in each position in both the national league and American. This is Braun's fourth consecutive Silver Slugger award and Fielder's, second. Prince first won the award in 2007.

This is Milwaukee's second straight year with two Silver Slugger winners. Last year Braun and Yovani Gallardo each received the title. Braun is one of just four outfielders who have won at least four Silver Sluggers in as many years. Sammy Sosa and Dale Murphy accomplished the same feat, and Barry Bonds managed to be honored twice.

Prince Fielder 2011 Stats

Prince Fielder ended his final season with some impressive stats. The Brewers first baseman ranked second in the national league with 38 homer runs, 120 RBI’s, 107 walks and a .415 on-base percentage. He was third in OBP, behind Braun who ranked first with .597. Losing Fielder will certainly change the makeup of the Brewers offense. Braun's other stats also top the league. In fact, the outfielder placed in the top six of eleven hitting categories. Braun’s final numbers for 2011 include a .332 batting average, with 33 home runs and 111 RBI’s.

Brewers GV Patches Honor Former Grounds Crew Director

2011-10-25T11:14:00.000-07:00

You may have noticed the Brewers wearing special “GV” patches on their uniforms this postseason. Those letters stood for Gary VandenBerg, the Miller Park grounds crew director who died last week after thirty years on the job.

VandenBerg had been battling cancer following a hip and shoulder replacement in 2010. Brewers owner, Mark Attanasio, released a statement after the death informing fans of the loss. Attanasio offered his thoughts and condolences to the VandenBerg family which includes Gary's wife of thirty-seven years, Lauri.

Although VandenBerg was in too poor of health to do the majority of his usual work this year, the fifty-nine year old could occasionally be spotted watering the mound before the game.

Tony LaRussa and Jerry Hairston Jr.

2011-10-18T11:50:00.000-07:00

St. Louis manager Tony La Russa has known Brewers third-basemen Jerry Hairston Jr. for over thirty years. They weren't friends, they weren't business acquaintances, they were closer to family.

La Russa has been at the head of various organizations since the late seventies. His history with the Hairston family began the first day he stepped into his Chicago office in 1979. Hairston Jr.'s grandfather, Sam Hairston, worked side by side with La Russa as coach for the White Sox's affiliate team, the Birmingham Barons. By 1981 La Russa's familiarity with the Hairstons had grown to span over three generations.

Hairston Family in Major League Baseball
Sam Hairstons son, Jerry Hairston Sr., played under the White Sox manager as a left-fielder. His two sons, Jerry Jr. and Scott, would often accompany their father to practice. This was the beginning of a thirty-three year relationship between the young Jerry and the young manager La Russa. Most contact, at least in those early days, revolved around the boy's request that his father get some more recognition. In time however the two bonded over a mutual love for the sport and La Russa's guidance as Hairston Jr. attempted to follow his namesake into the majors.

Sam Hairston passed in 1997, just one year previous to his grandson's debut with the Orioles. Since then, Jr. was a key component of the Brewer's run to the NLCS. Ironically enough, he faces his former friend and mentor as they square off for a spot in the World Series.

Will a Brewers World Series Win Convince Fielder to Stay?

2011-10-12T07:48:00.000-07:00

In the midst of this Brewers playoff run, many fans are begging Prince Fielder to stay with the team, no matter the outcome. Price Fielder will enter free agency in 2012. At a current salary of 15 million per year, he gobbles up a huge part of the payroll, and he’s looking for a raise. If the team makes it all the way to the World Series, then wins it all, will he stay in Milwaukee?

This is a matter of logic going up against his heart. Following the postseason, Fielder will be the most sought after free agent in the market. At age twenty-seven, he has put up MVP numbers every year. The big market teams will pay huge money for that young man to join their roster.

Even if Milwaukee wins the World Series, they will remain a small market team. They have the seventeenth highest payroll in the majors, and a player with stats like Fielder would be nearly impossible to keep.

The Brewers are close to $60 million in contractual obligations for 2012, without accounting for off-season pick ups. Keeping Fielder at his current salary would likely put them over the top. From a strictly personal standpoint, I wouldn't want Fielder to stay if the Brewers won. Braun committing his entire career to Milwaukee is one thing. But Fielder staying on as a fair-weather player seems to take some of the joy out of his decision.

Brewers Playoff Schedule 2011 | Game Five This Friday at Miller Park

2011-10-06T04:04:00.000-07:00

It looks like the Brewers playoff schedule for 2011 will include a game five of the NLCS. Miller Park is the venue for the final, and deciding, game of this first round of the playoffs. The Arizona Diamondbacks found a way to win a pair at Chase Field. Now it is up to the Brewers to figure out a way to take the last game of the series. Yovani Gallardo will be pitching this one, and we need that home field advantage to help the Brewers win one more. Fans are certainly going to be scrambling for Brewers tickets, as the game is just two days away.

Brewers Playoffs Win Loss Record

2011-10-04T12:48:00.001-07:00

The Brewers lead the NLDS by two games for the first time in franchise history. They have a 57-24 home record, including the two victories over Arizona this weekend. This is one of the few trips to the post season for Milwaukee, so let's look at their home record during those contests.

The early eighties saw the team make consecutive trips to the playoffs in 81 and 82. They got all the way to the World Series in 82 but dropped a game seven to the Cardinals in St. Louis. The Yankees took them out early in 1981, losing a pair at County Stadium.

1981 Division Series – New York Yankees vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Game 1 – County Stadium (October 7, 1981)
 New York Yankees: 5
 Milwaukee Brewers: 3

Game 2 – County Stadium (October 8, 1981)
 New York Yankees: 3
 Milwaukee Brewers: 0

The Brewers went on to win game three in New York, but lost four and five to drop out of the playoffs.

The first round of postseason play in 1982 pitted Milwaukee against the California Angels. While the Angels won the first two games of the series in Anaheim, the Brewers followed with three straight wins in Milwaukee to move onto the World Series.

1982 American League Championship Series – California Angels vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Game 3 – County Stadium (October 8, 1982)
 California Angels: 3
 Milwaukee Brewers: 5

Game 4 – County Stadium (October 9, 1982)
 California Angels: 5
 Milwaukee Brewers: 9

Game 5 – County Stadium (October 10, 1982)
 California Angels:3
 Milwaukee Brewers: 4
With a positive postseason home record on the books the Brewers went into the 1982 World Series with confidence. Sadly that confidence was shaken in Milwaukee, and eventually broken at Busch Stadium. They routed the Cardinals in the first game of the series before dropping two straight, one in St. Louis and one at home. They rallied for the last two wins at County Stadium, but the final two games at the Cardinals home venue proved to be too much for the Brewers as they lost both games six and seven.

1982 World Series – St. Louis Cardinals vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Game 3 – County Stadium (October 15, 1982)
 St. Louis Cardinals: 6
 Milwaukee Brewers: 2

Game 4 – County Stadium (October 16, 1982)
 St. Louis Cardinals: 5
 Milwaukee Brewers: 7

Game 5 – County Stadium (October 17, 1982)
 St. Louis Cardinals: 4
 Milwaukee Brewers: 6

In 2008 the Brewers clinched a wild card spot and made their first playoff appearance in 26 years. It wasn't the come back that they had hoped for. Against the Phillies in the National League Division Series, Milwaukee lasted only four games. Philadelphia easily handled the Brewers at Citizens Bank Park, taking the first two games. In their first postseason game at Miller Park the Brew Crew won 4-1, but that was only silver lining. The following night the Phillies rolled to a 6-2 victory to take home the division title.

2008 National League Division Series – Philadelphia Phillies vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Game 3 – Miller Park (October 4, 2008)
Philadelphia Phillies: 1
Milwaukee Brewers: 4

Game 4 – Miller Park (October 5, 2008)
Philadelphia Phillies: 6
Milwaukee Brewers: 2

Brewers Playoff Schedule | Final Game of the Season Determines Opponent

2011-09-28T09:29:00.000-07:00

As exciting as it was to see the Brewers make the playoffs, one small thing has yet to be determined. Who will the team play in the first round? The Brew Crew won last night, but so did the Diamondbacks. Last night's outcome makes tonight's game important. Should the Brewers win, and the D-Backs lose, Milwaukee will have home field advantage in the first round.

Yovani Gallardo Starts in Game One of the Playoffs

Yovani Gallardo will take the mound for game one, no matter where it will be played. He finished the season with seventeen wins, and an ERA of just over 3.5. Following Gallardo in game two will be Shaun Marcum. Marcum's pitching style works well against eager batters, and a playoff situation will assuredly make the opposing batters try a bit too hard to get on top of things.

K-Rod and Fielder's Comments Come at Worst Time

2011-09-16T07:57:00.000-07:00

First Packers receiver James Jones complains about not being involved, now it is Brewers pitcher K-Rod’s turn. The Brewers reliever joined first basemen Prince Fielder this week with some surprising comments. Rodriguez, like Jones, spelled out his problems with the organization as a lack of opportunity. He was picked up from the Mets during the All-Star break, and is distraught that he was promised chances as a reliever but has yet to get into a game. Fielder, meanwhile, elaborated on what he claims has been the case all along; that this will be his final season in Milwaukee. Fans are all but rioting in the street over this last comment.

Everybody, including K-Rod, needs to get their unmentionables out of a bunch. Rodriguez has a multimillion dollar deal to play with the Brewers. When he is needed he will be played. Roenicke and the pitching coaches know what they are doing. Quite clearly, one can see that the decision to play him as set up man has worked so far. If K-Rod’s need to play were given priority over choosing the better reliever, then the team may not be in the position that it is.

As for fans who are concerned over Fielder's comments, get over it. He just stated what we already knew. A small market team such as Milwaukee, already with a 90million dollar payroll, is not going to be the platform or the bank that can contain Fielder. Even if the Brewers win the big one, it is not going to change their payroll problems, nor their place in major league baseball. Fielder will forever credit the team as his jumping-off point, but it was unrealistic to expect him to be a career Brewer.

Nyjer Morgan Gets Emotional During Third Game at St. Louis

2011-09-09T12:59:00.001-07:00

Nyjer Morgan came to Milwaukee with a past history of confrontational episodes. In Washington, he went at it with his manager burning some bridges, to be sure. His now famous video where he rushes a Florida pitcher goes on to show that his action started a bench-clearing brawl. On one occasion, he was suspended for eight games following an angry toss of a ball into the stands that hit a fan. “T-Plush” is not afraid to show his true colors when it comes to emotions during the game and the Brewers found that out once again on Wednesday.

The Brewers were down 2-0 to the Cardinals in the final game of a three-game series. A ninth inning showdown between Morgan, opposing pitcher Chris Carpenter, and St. Louis first basemen Albert Pujols ensued, clearing both dugouts. Morgan's little gaffe didn't end with any serious repercussions, but the Brewers management wasn't happy. Manager Ron Roenicke wouldn't comment on the discipline that was handed out, but did say that the proper action had been taken. He went on to say that he understands that emotions run high on the field, and that Morgan can let his emotions get the best of him.

Morgan did not start on Thursday night against the Phillies but did come in during the sixth. He did his best to avoid the questions from the media regarding the incident, but he did say that it was all in fun and players should understand that.

Brewers Prospect Tyler Jungmann Tours Miller Park

2011-08-30T12:44:00.000-07:00

Miller Park fans witnessed an enlightening moment this past weekend. On Saturday, the Brewers twelfth overall pick in the first round of this year’s draft donned his uniform for the first time. Right handed pitcher Taylor Jungmann out of the University of Texas commented that he immediately realized that he was out of college and into a real job the moment he put his cap on his head.

Jungmann and amateur scouting director Bruce Seid toured the Park and took time to allow the pitcher to have his own look around the locker and weight rooms. Jungmann probably won't be making his major league debut anytime soon considering he is scheduled to start his journey during the Brewers fall instructional league in Phoenix. Brewers officials have made it clear that they intended to use Jungmann in any way possible over the coming years.

Milwaukee Brewers Auction Items through BCF

2011-08-24T09:26:00.000-07:00

Want to coach first base for the Milwaukee Brewers? Well you missed your chance. That exciting experience already sold at auction held by the Brewers Community Foundation.

During the past two home stands, the Brewers sponsored charity hosted a seven day event centered around the positive impact that the organization has had on surrounding neighborhoods. In addition to information booths that highlight the importance of community involvement, the entire week was filled with family activities. This included meetings with players and coaches, along with a full tour of Miller Park.

Brewers Foundation and Fox Sports

The foundation partnered with FOX Sports Wisconsin to put on a public auction featuring prizes that would make any die hard Brewers fan drool. You may have missed the chance to boss around Prince Fielder but other great prizes are still waiting to be had. Some of them are valued in the thousands. A trip to the Brewers Fantasy Camp in Phoenix was recently given away; that was a package worth $4000.

The event has already raised $28,000 for the BCF, and that number is expected to rise. That's no surprise, considering that personal pitching and batting lessons, game used memorabilia, and rare autographs are still on the line.

Brewers German Uniforms at Miller Park were Huge Hit

2011-08-18T07:59:00.000-07:00

The Brewers honored the large German population of Milwaukee this past Sunday. Their opponents, the Pittsburgh Pirates, also showed their respect for the host city. The Brewers donned uniforms with the German translation of their name, Bierbrauer; and the Pirates wore Piraten.

Brewers Uniforms for 2011

This is the third language that has been seen on jerseys at Miller Park this season. The familiar English, Sunday's German, and the gold Spanish translation “Cerveceros” was on display a while back. Sunday was also the second time that the Pirates have helped the Brewers promote awareness of Milwaukee's cultural heritage. In July 2010, both teams wore the Spanish language jerseys.

Zack Greinke provided the comic relief for the event, a day too early however. During Saturday's game against Pittsburgh, Greinke stepped up to the plate wearing the German jersey. Few people caught the joke. Not even manager Roenicke noticed his star pitcher sporting the next day's attire. A fellow player had to notify Roenicke of the mischief. Greinke entered the dugout to many congratulations from his teammates and then received a reminder from Roenicke that it is against MLB regulations to play in a different uniform than your teammates. The Brewers manager later told reporters that the pitcher would likely only receive a warning this time but a second slip-up could result in a fine.