2019-08-04: Brewers (Houser) at Cubs (Darvish) [Brewers lose, 7-2 -- Only runs come via solo HRs from Yelich and Grisham]

[Bulldogboy]

The fact that I have Direct TV means I have been spared this implosion. Didn't think I would be happy about that but they have only won 1 game since the blackout.

[adambr2]

How did a Christian Yelich-less Brewer lineup even come close to making the playoffs in 2017?

[PinaMadness]

How did a Christian Yelich-less Brewer lineup even come close to making the playoffs in 2017?

2017 was the worst thing that could've happened. It accelerated a rebuilding process that probably shouldn't have been. Now we'll probably be saddled with a bad contract in Cain and will probably have to restart a rebuilding process that will not be as popular with the fans as the one that started in 2016. And no way Yelich stays after his control is done.

[adambr2]

How did a Christian Yelich-less Brewer lineup even come close to making the playoffs in 2017?

2017 was the worst thing that could've happened. It accelerated a rebuilding process that probably shouldn't have been. Now we'll probably be saddled with a bad contract in Cain and will probably have to restart a rebuilding process that will not be as popular with the fans as the one that started in 2016. And no way Yelich stays after his control is done.

 

If we can't find a way to be true contenders in 2020, I'd have to consider trading Yelich after 2020 with 2 years control remaining which would bring an enormous return and signal the beginning of another rebuild.

 

I know that will be a remarkably unpopular opinion, but I did say "if" and "(after) 2020."

[rickh150]

How did a Christian Yelich-less Brewer lineup even come close to making the playoffs in 2017?

2017 was the worst thing that could've happened. It accelerated a rebuilding process that probably shouldn't have been. Now we'll probably be saddled with a bad contract in Cain and will probably have to restart a rebuilding process that will not be as popular with the fans as the one that started in 2016. And no way Yelich stays after his control is done.

 

No, no... we are going to go hard after it in 2020 and 2021. By July 31, 2021 (or the strike), we will try. After this, it's adios Yelich, Hader...

[adambr2]

How did a Christian Yelich-less Brewer lineup even come close to making the playoffs in 2017?

2017 was the worst thing that could've happened. It accelerated a rebuilding process that probably shouldn't have been. Now we'll probably be saddled with a bad contract in Cain and will probably have to restart a rebuilding process that will not be as popular with the fans as the one that started in 2016. And no way Yelich stays after his control is done.

 

No, no... we are going to go hard after it in 2020 and 2021. By July 31, 2021 (or the strike), we will try. After this, it's adios Yelich, Hader...

 

If you're going to trade those two you can't wait that long. Trading them as rentals will only bring a fraction of their true worth.

[adambr2]

SS should definitely be on the 2020 "need" list. Seeing as how our current MLB SS isn't very good and we traded away his only possible replacement.

[Ron Robinsons Beard]

This was the perfect lineup to put up there against Darvish. I applaud Counsell for putting it together. The lack of execution is 100% on the players.

[adambr2]

This was the perfect lineup to put up there against Darvish. I applaud Counsell for putting it together. The lack of execution is 100% on the players.

 

No issues with the lineup, agreed. It's the LH heavy lineup that is a perfect counter to Darvish.

 

Only so much you can do. These guys aren't getting it done.

[adambr2]

Better save that ball.

[PinaMadness]

Let's see if Houser can lay down a bunt. 60-40 he doesn't.

[PeaveyFury]

If you're going to trade those two you can't wait that long. Trading them as rentals will only bring a fraction of their true worth.

 

Yelich and Hader are both under contract through 2022 and 2023, respectively, so neither would be a rental at that point. So I agree with rick here, 2020 and 2021 are still both in play.

[adambr2]

If you're going to trade those two you can't wait that long. Trading them as rentals will only bring a fraction of their true worth.

 

Yelich and Hader are both under contract through 2022 and 2023, respectively, so neither would be a rental at that point. So I agree with rick here, 2020 and 2021 are still both in play.

 

Whoops. Don't know what I was thinking. You're right, deadline 2021 would be an ideal time if you're not turning it around by then. But it would have to be a mammoth haul.

[adambr2]

Hey, great execution, Adrian.

[PinaMadness]

Let's see if Houser can lay down a bunt. 60-40 he doesn't.

Taking three strikes is not the way to do that. That has to be the most pathetic attempt to sac bunt by a pitcher this year, and that's saying alot.

[buckybrewer232]

Shaw finally gets a hit and even that looks bad. An absolute spinning, hanger and Shaw chops it off the ground right in front of home plate but it sneaks through the middle.

[PeaveyFury]

Whoops. Don't know what I was thinking. You're right, deadline 2021 would be an ideal time if you're not turning it around by then. But it would have to be a mammoth haul.

 

I agree. But that's an opportunity to reload very quickly if necessary.

[Brewcrewin07]

If ever there was a time for Grandal...it's NOW

[adambr2]

I hope they leave Grisham in the leadoff spot and start him against every RHP the rest of the way. He looks good up there.

[PinaMadness]

New offensive strategy. Keep bat on shoulder hoping you walk.

[adambr2]

Grandal is just useless at the plate today. Counsell did not pick a good day to try something else at #2.

 

I'm not necessarily criticizing the idea, just saying it really hasn't worked out well.

[Eye Black]

I guess in hindsight it would have been a good day to leave Yelich in the #2 spot.

[treego14]

Grisham should have been rewarded a hit in that inning instead of an error on Rizzo?

 

I say, "Yes."

[PinaMadness]

Jeff Levering says he thinks 2020 is going to be a fun year for Houser. Will it be for Brewers fans?

[treego14]

Jeff Levering says he thinks 2020 is going to be a fun year for Houser. Will it be for Brewers fans?

I will tell you in 2021. I prefer to make comments in "2020" mode.