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It wasn't a pretty week, but the Milwaukee Brewers are officially headed to the playoffs and the division title is within reach, with the only remaining competition (St. Louis) coming to town. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and host JR Radcliffe discuss the scene from Saturday's playoff-berth clincher, plus the remaining concerns over injuries. Is there a chance a struggling Christian Yelich drops in the lineup? Would the team bring back Eduardo Escobar to play third base again next year? Ryan Braun is headed to Milwaukee for an official retirement honor, Brent Suter has been nominated for the Roberto Clemente Award and Todd just turned 50! Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Corbin Burnes and Josh Hader teamed on the first Brewers no-hitter in 34 years, and what a crazy night. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe ruminate on the achievement, the catch by Lorenzo Cain, the decision to work Hader in the ninth and Burnes' elevated place in the Cy Young conversation. Plus, an early look at some postseason roster decisions as the Brewers get closer to clinching a playoff berth. And shout out to Ted Simmons. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

With the Ryan Braun bobblehead giveaway Sunday, JR Radcliffe and Curt Hogg look back at the illustrious career Braun had, highlighting eight moments or elements that made Braun's tenure in Milwaukee special. Of course, we also have to talk a little bit about Daniel Vogelbach, whose walk-off grand slam Sunday was the first for a Brewers player since ... Ryan Braun during the memorable final week of 2008. A tremendous week of Brewers baseball has the team knocking on the door of clinching a playoff berth.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe look back at an average week on paper, but nonetheless one that put the Brewers even closer to a playoff spot. How will Aaron Ashby be used in the postseason? What about Brett Anderson? What type of roster additions will get made in September? What's the injury situation for guys like Escobar, Adames and Peralta? Should fans expect a Ryan Braun extravaganza over the weekend at American Family Field? Plus: With Hunter Strickland among the success stories, some praise for pitching coach Chris Hook. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Brewers had another strong week, but injuries have returned to spoil the fun. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss that and more after another 4-2 week of baseball. What's up with Freddy Peralta, Tyrone Taylor and Eduardo Escobar? We've hit another "Is Christian Yelich back?" segment of the season. What role is Aaron Ashby going to play as the team approaches the playoffs? Why did the Cardinals allow Kolten Wong to leave again? Is the umpiring really that bad?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Milwaukee Brewers won six of seven games last week and still have an eight-game lead in the National League Central. Is this team a lock for the playoffs, even as Cincinnati begins a favorable stretch of its schedule? Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe ponder that question as well as the sensational outing by Corbin Burnes. Could he emerge as the frontrunning Cy Young candidate from the Brewers staff? They also discuss the strength of the roster post-COVID issues, Josh Hader's limited workload, the injury to John Curtiss and whether or not this Brewers team would rather stay locked in at a No. 2 seed in the National League instead of chase No. 1.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

COVID reached the starting rotation and left the Brewers scrambling on their pitching staff for the forthcoming road trip. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe sort it out. Is Aaron Ashby going to get a second start? Should Brewers fans be nervous about the surging Reds, particularly after a couple clumsy plays cost Milwaukee a chance to win the series from San Francisco? They talk about the decision-making process in determining a hit and error in light of the Avisail Garcia drop on Saturday. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

COVID-19 has created a carousel of personnel for the Brewers, and yet the team finds itself in the best place it's been all season. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the NL Central leaders with less than two months to go. Did the Brewers do enough at the trade deadline relative to their chief NL competitors? When did Brett Anderson turn into such a force of nature? Are there still roster spots for guys like Dan Vogelbach and Travis Shaw? What's next for Keston Hiura? Could Craig Counsell sneak into the Manager of the Year discussion? Plus: the 24-hour whirlwind of John Axford. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Brewers started with a bang out of the all-star break, then laid consecutive eggs against a last-place team. Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the looming trade deadline (specifically how good Kris Bryant would look on this roster), the value Eric Lauer has brought to the table, how things might change when players return from injury, the upcoming weekend series featuring ace pitchers all around and which NL Central contender should most worry Milwaukee.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe give the lay of the land as the Brewers open the second half of the MLB season, starting with a massive series in Cincinnati. Freddy Peralta was awesome in the all-star game; could he wind up being this team's ace by the end of the year? Could Christian Yelich's power struggles relate back to his 2019 knee injury? What's the concern level with Josh Hader after a rough week? Plus: Notes from the draft, a couple key returnees from injury and another glance ahead to the trade deadline.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Milwaukee Brewers just went on an 11-game winning streak with the offense pounding out 7.6 runs per game. What in the world? Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss what led to the Brewers' thrilling run and even looks back at Haudricourt's own memories of Team Streak in 1987 (it was Haudricourt who gave that team the catchy name!). The next two games remind us that the offense still has issues, including Keston Hiura and Christian Yelich. The Brewers have to get a bat at the trade deadline, don't they? This upcoming seven (!) game run with the Reds on either side of the all-star break is suddenly pretty important. And Milwaukee has three all-star pitchers; could they add a fourth before it's all said and done?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe take a look at the upcoming battle with the Chicago Cubs now that the first-place Brewers are hot again. Who's going to pitch Wednesday with Brett Anderson injured? The Brewers lost Dan Vogelbach, but has Keston Hiura finally turned a corner as he's shown some life in his return? The Brewers keep finding bullpen gems out of unusual places like Jake Cousins and Miguel Sanchez, Josh Hader continues to be lights out at the back of the bullpen, and "re-opening day" didn't quite bring a capacity crowd to American Family Field, but it's really starting to feel like normal baseball again. Who will be announced Sunday as the Brewers' all-star representatives? Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Milwaukee Brewers came down from a hot streak with five straight losses to open the new week. The good news? Two dramatic wins to close the week in Colorado and keep things from getting out of hand. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss the team's struggles in the bullpen and continued flatness from parts of the offense, although Willy Adames and Luis Urias sure aren't to blame. Will the team lose patience with Jackie Bradley Jr.? What about Eric Lauer? Should the MLB emphasis on pitching with no foreign substances be of particular concern to a team that relies so much on its pitching? Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss an offense that has found its groove, with Christian Yelich among the players leading the charge. Travis Shaw is down; can the Brewers ultimately overcome a new hole on their infield? How will this bullpen ultimately look, with potential new contributors like Hunter Strickland and Aaron Ashby in the mix. What about Eric Lauer and his role? Also, we've seen those videos of Ryan Braun crushing baseballs on social media; is there ANY chance of a possible reunion? Also, are the Cubs really going to be this big of a problem?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe look at the Brewers' sudden surge in power, including some additional promising signs from Christian Yelich. Freddy Peralta flirts with a no-hitter in the latest chapter of his rapid ascent. What's the story with Keston Hiura, and is he really going to remain with the big-league team through his struggles on offense? Brad Boxberger has become indispensable. Luis Urias seems to have found some traction. And after a 15-game winning streak at Triple-A Nashville, they name one player Brewers fans are almost certain to see in 2021 at the big-league level.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss the continued brilliance of Brandon Woodruff and a week where Milwaukee won five of seven, but the same offensive struggles have lingered. Keston Hiura can't find his groove upon return to the big leagues, Christian Yelich is getting back to form slowly, and the corner infield spots haven't been contributing. The Brewers already made a bunch of roster moves in recent weeks (farewell to Josh Lindblom and Billy McKinney); will there be more? Also, hello to Willy Adames!

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe take a look at the Willy Adames trade and what it signifies for Luis Urias going forward. They revisit a couple recent transactions that have been made to look dubious as a result -- the team's decision to deal Orlando Arcia and the Trent Grisham trade before the 2020 season that brought Urias to Milwaukee. Plus: A productive Sunday marks a huge sign of encouragement for Christian Yelich, Keston Hiura is mashing at Class AAA Nashville and Adrian Houser has become an enigma.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's scuffling offense, and if there are any possible in-house solutions to fix it. How long will Jackie Bradley Jr. be in the lineup with his struggling bat (and can you afford to lose his flashy glove)? Is hitting coach Andy Haines' job in jeopardy? How concerned should the Brewers be about Luis Urias' defensive issues, especially after a rough day Sunday when the offense finally came around? What's up with Brent Suter? After itemizing the reasons why the Brewers might just never get a no-hitter again earlier this year, suddenly it looks within reach. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

An injury to Christian Yelich and demotion to Keston Hiura leaves Brewers fans with no timetable for their return to the offensive equation, and their bats are badly needed. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss that and more after a rough week for Milwaukee. Could one of the solutions be more Tyrone Taylor? Though the offense has dipped below even 2020 numbers, the pitching continues to dominate, and Corbin Burnes is due back this week. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to look back at a highly eventful Dodgers series, including news that Corbin Burnes and Omar Narvaez would be placed on the injured list. Is there any way a struggling Keston Hiura avoids a trip to the minors at this point? What's the rest of 2021 likely to bring for catching options Jacob Nottingham and Mario Feliciano? What about new pitchers Patrick Weigel and Alec Bettinger? And replay has overstayed its welcome, right?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The pitching continued to be the story, and Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discussed a huge 5-1 week for Milwaukee. How has the offense been piecing together enough without injured Christian Yelich? What will the team do with a sudden opening in its rotation? Omar Narvaez is tearing it up, Keston Hiura is still struggling, and Corey Ray had a pretty wild day Saturday for his Major League debut. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss a .500 week for the Brewers, with an offense finding itself despite injuries to Christian Yelich, Lorenzo Cain and Kolten Wong. The bullpen has been hit and miss, particularly in the case of Devin Williams. When would the Brewers expand Josh Hader's length of usage, if at all? And finally, a look at the latest chapter in the Cubs-Brewers rivalry, with catcher Willson Contreras taking exception to the Brewers pitching inside.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Milwaukee Brewers just enjoyed an unprecedented turn through the rotation and won four of six games on a road trip to Chicago and St. Louis. Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe take a look at Milwaukee's surge. Plus, at what point will the Brewers consider short-term alternatives to a struggling Keston Hiura, and would the Brewers explore using him back at second base with Kolten Wong injured? What's Todd's reaction to the Orlando Arcia trade? How about Wisconsinite J.P. Feyereisen in the early going? Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss the vibe inside American Family Field now that fans are back, how concerned fans should be over the return of some sluggish offense and the absurd first performances by Corbin Burnes and Josh Hader. Given constraints on pitcher workload, will we see a solo no-hitter ... ever again? Plus, Todd chats about that runner-on-second rule in extra innings and just how likely would it be for Milwaukee to get the 2021 All-Star Game? Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Trending sports reporter JR Radcliffe is joined by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel colleague Curt Hogg to look back at a wild opening-day win for the Brewers. They talk about the statistical improbabilities of what transpired in the 6-5, 10-inning win, Josh Hader at his best, Travis Shaw and Orlando Arcia delivering in big spots, that runner-starting-on-second-base rule, a notable Brewers baserunning mistake, Minnesota's defensive miscues and more. Dang, we didn't even mention that this was the first opener without Ryan Braun in 14 years. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe take one last look at the Brewers roster before the season starts Thursday. Can we trust the offense's strong spring to be for real? Luis Urias is going to be the shortstop, Freddy Peralta starts in the rotation, the team's pitching depth takes a hit, and, naturally, some fearless predictions for the season.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and podcast host JR Radcliffe discuss what's left for the Milwaukee Brewers to determine before they break camp for the April 1 season opener, and which players are in the mix for the final spots on the roster. Freddy Peralta is back in the starting mix? Will Lorenzo Cain and Devin Williams be ready? Is the door still open ever-so-slightly for a Ryan Braun reunion? Then, JR is joined by Jason Gurwin of The Streamable to discuss why Fox Sports Wisconsin (soon to be Bally Sports Wisconsin) won't be on streaming services like YouTubeTV or Sling, and whether or not Brewers fans will soon have alternatives to buying a pricey cable or satellite subscription service. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss the new addition of Jackie Bradley Jr. and how he'll get starts on a team that now has four starting outfielders for three spots. Tom also lends his thoughts on top prospect Garrett Mitchell showing well in camp, the sudden bevy of catching talent, and the news that fans will be in the stands on Opening Day. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss the new additions of Travis Shaw and Brett Anderson as Spring Training arrives. Does it mean Milwaukee is done looking for third baseman? Can Jordan Zimmerman contribute? Is there some concern with the outfield depth?Then, JR chats with Jonathan Judge of Baseball Prospectus (30:30), who explains how it is that the popular PECOTA projection system sees the Brewers as the favorites in the National League Central ... and by a fair amount, too. What are the factors that makes the system bullish on the Brewers, and what's PECOTA's track record for getting it right? Plus, why PECOTA and related projection systems are more than just a simple curiosity in baseball.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's big free-agent move to sign Kolten Wong and shift Keston Hiura to first base. How much better did the Brewers get, and what are the options remaining to address third base?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the state of the Brewers, ostensibly two weeks before the start of Spring Training. As the other players in the National League Central begin to start making moves, will the Brewers keep pace? What about rumors that third baseman Justin Turner has been linked to Milwaukee? Plus, Tom discusses new addition Daniel Robertson and the hiring of Sara Goodrum as the minor-league hitting coordinator. Then, Tom shares stories from his interactions with the late Hank Aaron.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss a quiet offseason. Is a Josh Hader trade still likely based on how little action we've seen across MLB? Is there any idea when we might know things like DH rules for the national league, or even a season start date? Lorenzo Cain is coming back, but who's going to play at the corner infield spots? Could Keston Hiura be moved to first? We expect this team to hit better in 2021, but should we? Then, JR chats with John Thorn (34:00), a Beloit College graduate and official MLB historian, about his role in getting the Negro Leagues re-categorized as "major league," and getting the stats from those leagues integrated with those of the American and National Leagues. How does that determination get made and implemented? Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers reliever Devin Williams became the third Brewers player to win the Jackie Robinson NL Rookie of the Year Award, becoming the first pitcher to win without recording a win or save. Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the fascinating circumstances of the vote, including Tom's own decision to rank someone else atop his ballot. Is Williams' huge season sustainable? Could this have happened in a normal-length season? Also, how it compares with Pat Listach's win in 1992.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's changes on the coaching staff, including changes for two longstanding staples Ed Sedar and Marcus Hanel. The club also declined a ton of options, including Ryan Braun's. What are the circumstances under which Braun returns to the Brewers? Once the 2021 season timeline takes shape, will the Brewers be signing ... anyone? What are Devin Williams' chances at Rookie of the Year? Plus a look back at the World Series and Tampa Bay hero Brett Phillips. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporters Todd Rosiak and Tom Haudricourt join host JR Radcliffe to analyze what comes next for the Milwaukee Brewers. Do we consider the 2020 playoff season a success? How are we feeling about Christian Yelich? How will this team add offense, especially if payroll is reduced? Have we seen the last of Josh Hader in a Brewers uniform? Could Devin Williams win Rookie of the Year? What do we make of the 2021 position battles at catcher and shortstop?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss the improbability of Milwaukee's playoff berth, then look ahead to the looming series with the Dodgers. How can the club overcome injuries to Corbin Burnes and Brett Anderson? Are we underestimating the greatness of Brandon Woodruff this year? Is there any chance Ryan Braun is back next year? Tom discusses David Stearns addressing his rocky offseason and tries to figure out how player evaluation will work heading into the offseason.Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Milwaukee Brewers enter the final week of the 2020 regular season alive for a playoff spot. Journal Sentinel Brewers reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss the eccentricities of the chase, plus a very real Cy Young case for pitcher Corbin Burnes. Plus: Ryan Braun's complicated legacy, the surge of Dan Vogelbach, the absurdity of the Brewers bullpen and Jacob Nottingham's arrival. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Host JR Radcliffe and guest host Curt Hogg chat briefly about the star turn of Corbin Burnes but focus most of their attention on no-hitters. When so many traditional baseball concepts have lost their shine (pitcher wins, Triple Crown, batting titles), why are no-hitters still so special? Can they still be fun if they happen against the local team, like Alec Mills on Sunday against the Brewers? They discuss the randomness of this particular no-hitter, the value a combined no-hitter would provide for a franchise that hasn't had one since 1987 and discuss the ones JR has seen in person. Then, JR sits down with Jonathan Stiever (34:00), a product of greater Milwaukee from Cedarburg High School who just made his Major League debut with the Chicago White Sox. They discuss his rapid ascent, the pivot point of his first outing and what comes next.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to ponder if there's anything to suggest this Brewers team can still make a run to the playoffs. They discuss the DFA of Justin Smoak and his replacement, a potential fan favorite in Dan Vogelbach. Corbin Burnes has emerged; what about the other starters? Could Devin Williams get some Rookie of the Year votes? What's the 2021 outlook for the shortstop battle between Orlando Arcia and Luis Urias? Jacob Nottingham gets his opportunity.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt tries to diagnose what's ailing the Milwaukee Brewers offense as the calendar turns to September. He looks at the club's decision to trade David Phelps and hold onto top relief pitcher Josh Hader. How real is Devin Williams? What's the fallout from the Manny Pina injury? What's next for Corey Knebel and Ryan Braun? Download the mp3 file here, listen to the stream here or below, or subscribe to it through Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the suddenly skidding Brewers following a rough sweep over the weekend at the hands of the last-place Pirates. Is the Brock Holt DFA a harbinger of more moves to come? Is there any possible way to gauge what this team might do in the upcoming trade deadline? How would the squad have been built differently if Milwaukee knew it would only have 60 games to work with? Plus: Josh Hader being used as a traditional closer, Christian Yelich's continued struggles and debuts by Drew Rasmussen and Angel Perdomo. Plus, JR sits down with Brewers top pitching prospect Ethan Small (30:30), discussing how his approach changed following Tommy John surgery, pitching at the College World Series and life in Appleton at the alternate training site. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

The Milwaukee Brewers won three straight games against the Chicago Cubs over the weekend to claw back to .500, and that's before anything has started to click on offense. Journal Sentinel reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss it. Are there any signs of bats coming around? What factors are compelling Craig Counsell to take a more traditional usage approach with Josh Hader? And good word, that bullpen in general is crazy good! How about Luis Urias? Will Manny Pina start playing more often with the struggles of Omar Narvaez? Corbin Burnes back to the rotation, Ryan Braun at Wrigley and does Todd really not remember what he had for lunch yesterday?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Brewers' anemic offense, the return to form of Christian Yelich, the arrival of Luis Urias and the promise of pitchers Adrian Houser and Corbin Burnes. JR is then joined by Chris Mehring, Wisconsin Timber Rattlers media relations director and radio announcer, to get a sense of what life is like at the Appleton alternate training site. Is Perkins really the best thing going in Appleton?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss a disruptive weekend in which the series with the Cardinals was canceled, center fielder Lorenzo Cain opted out for the year, Ryan Braun was injured and bench coach Pat Murphy suffered a heart attack. Plus, some studying of the bullpen usage after a loss to the White Sox, an anemic offense and Brandon Woodruff dominating.

The Milwaukee Brewers mostly scuffled to kick off the year in Chicago, but the real news was a fleet of positive COVID-19 tests for the Miami Marlins. Todd Rosiak discusses his reaction to the news and covering road baseball in an empty park, plus a slow start for Yelich and Hiura, notable pitching performances from Burnes, Peralta and Lauer, Ryan Braun's health and Lorenzo Cain's baserunning wizardry.

The Milwaukee Brewers are on the cusp of the Major League Baseball season, in a form unlike anything we've seen before. Brewers beat reporters Tom Haudricourt and Todd Rosiak discuss the club's changing pitching landscape, with major promise from Corbin Burnes. What's the latest on Ryan Braun? What 30-man roster decisions remain? What have been the impressions of Orlando Arcia, who stands to gain playing time as Luis Urias bounces back from a positive test for COVID-19. And finally, what predictions do the guys have, and what questions? Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

Tom Haudricourt checks in with some early reports from Brewers workouts and intra-squad games inside empty Miller Park, with Brandon Woodruff looking ready to roll and the team facing a fairly healthy prognosis. What does he make of some camps around baseball interrupted by testing snafus or players like Brock Holt who feel they can't opt out to keep their careers afloat? What jumps out regarding the 2020 schedule ... or the suddenly released 2021 schedule? Plus: snakebitten Luis Urias, a top draft pick signed and additions to the 60-man roster. Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music

What will spring training actually look like, and what are some of the Brewers-specific story lines to follow now that we're close to the start of baseball? Brewers beat writer Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss seven such topics. Will Craig Counsell treat the 60-game season as one big expanded September? Will all the players injured in camp be ready to go? Who's in the rotation (and will the rotation expand)? How do some of the new rules serve Milwaukee? Could the Brewers be a well positioned seller at the trade deadline? How will Keston Hiura's progression be impacted (and could he wind up being the team's best hitter this year)? How good are Josh Hader's odds at a Cy Young this season?Music intro: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt and host JR Radcliffe discuss the news of baseball on the horizon; at least, as much as the virus will allow. They look back at the tense negotiations between the two sides and the attributes of a resolution, the many changes to game play and how those new wrinkles might impact Milwaukee.

Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss his new Brewers book, 'Turning 50,' taking a look back on the 50th anniversary of Milwaukee Brewers baseball. Plus, a look at first-round draft choice Garrett Mitchell and looking at the stalemate between baseball owners and the players association.