Brewers Archived Media Links - 2024-2025 Offseason

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More Uecker memories and tributes from other sources are yet to come here, particularly short form interviews via the sports talk radio outposts, look for those prior to this weekend wrapping up....

This note was posted earlier in the week, and the list of links has grown with added media from Bill Michaels, the "Inside Wisconsin" podcast with John Anderson, Steve Czaban, Mike Heller, Drew & KB, and more.

The mega-collection all starts here.

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Monday 1/20:

Latest Milwaukee Tailgate Podcast - "On this week's show the guys discussed the life and career of the one and only Bob Uecker. They talked about some other stuff too, but let's be honest here, you're here to hear about Bob."

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Tributes to Bob Uecker Passing Are Enormous!"

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Just an exquisite discussion here in that the three broadcasters within dissect that particular aspect - "Bob behind the microphone" --

 

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Tuesday 1/21:

Via the "Barrel Banter Podcast": "We paid tribute to Uecker by giving our favorite quotes. The crazy impact that Dave Parker had (and didn't have) in his one year in Milwaukee. Also, will CC make the Hall of Fame? Should he? Who else are we checking on the ballot?"

Via 97.3's "The Steve Czaban Show" (Hour Two): Paul Wagner joins the show to talk Bob Uecker, cold temps and much more! 

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Wednesday 1/22:

Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast: "Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss some favorite memories and crazy numbers from CC Sabathia's magical run in 2008, even some factoids fans may not already be aware of. Sabathia was named to the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on Tuesday, and his brief but unforgettable time with the Brewers surely played a role. One of the guys thinks the Brewers should seriously entertain retiring Sabathia's number (the other ... does not agree). Is the case a sound one?"

Via 97.3's "The Steve Czaban Show" (Hour Three): Jeff Levering (from Brewers Fantasy Camp in Phoenix)

Via the "Barrel Banter Podcast": "Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel joins to discuss CC's Hall of Fame candidacy and election, who the next Brewer in the Hall of Fame will be, whether Ryan Braun will receive HOF votes, and much more!"

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "It was the trade for CC Sabathia that got the Brewers into the playoffs for the first time in 26 years in 2008 and set the franchise on a course for some winning baseball after years and years of dread. We talk about the Hall of Famer and his impact with the Brewers. It was a bold move by the franchise who needs to make another bold move at third base and the name Alex Bregman is still out there."

Via WTMJ: "In honor of CC Sabathia becoming a first-ballot hall of famer, re-live "The CC Sabathia Game." Game 162, September 28, 2008, as the Brewers clinched their first playoff spot in 26 seasons and Sabathia pitched a complete game with the legend Bob Uecker on the call."

Via the "Brewers Babes" Podcast (NSFW, occasional language): "In this episode Erin and Lisa pay tribute to the legendary Bob Uecker and talk about the impact he had on their lives as baseball and Brewers fans. We also talk about the Dodgers spending spree and speculate on the impact on teams, players, fans and the league. We also look ahead to what we may be seeing in Spring Training."

Via the "Brew Crew Review" Podcast: "Bob Uecker Tribute - Milwaukee Loses a Legend" 

Reviewing the Brew's" Cold Brew Podcast: "Dave Gasper and Matt Carroll share stories about the late, great Bob Uecker, who passed away last week at the age of 90 and talk about what he meant to Brewers fans everywhere."

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Via the "Inside Wisconsin Show with John Anderson and Trevor Thomas": "In this special edition of The Inside Wisconsin Show, we look back on the fond memories and incredible stories from so many as the Milwaukee Brewers, the state of Wisconsin, and all of Major League Baseball mourn the loss of Hall of Famer and MLB icon Bob Uecker. Join us as Ueck's colleagues Brian Anderson, Jeff Levering, Lane Grindle, Sophia Minnaert, and Bill Schroeder. Brewers Manager Pat Murphy, Wisconsin native and Milwaukee Brewers player Owen Miller, Wisconsin native, former Brewers player and current broadcaster Vinny Rottino, and even NASCAR Champion and Wisconsin native Matt Kenseth all reminisce and share stories about the legendary Bob Uecker. " - Want the video instead? YouTube link

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Via the "Wisconsin Sports Daily Show" with Steve "Sparky" Fifer: "Audacy MLB Insider & former Brewer Tony Gwynn Jr. discusses his former teammate CC Sabathia, who was recently elected to the MLB Hall of Fame, and legendary broadcaster Bob Uecker."

Via the "Wisconsin Sports Weekend": "Ryan Wentland of the Pack the Brew podcast joins Wisconsin Sports Weekend to discuss the Baseball America & MLB Pipeline Top 100 prospects, and where some of the Brewers key young players rank on both lists."

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Sunday 1/27:

Latest Milwaukee Tailgate Podcast - "Spencer joined James and Ryan to discuss a couple minor moves, what the Dodgers spending spree means for the game, the state of the Crew's player development operation and who the beefiest Brewers are."

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Monday 1/27:

Via "Foul Territory" audio: "Brewers manager Pat Murphy joins us at the BBWAA Awards to reflect on how special his first run was in leading the Milwaukee dugout. He also drops a hilarious story about dear friend and late legend Bob Uecker. Then it’s Guardians skipper Stephen Vogt telling us about how his club can follow up a very successful 2024 and we get into the plan for #1 pick Travis Bazzana."

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Many Options at 3B for the Brewers"

Via the "Barrel Banter Podcast": "Part 1: Author & Historian Lee Kluck | How Harry Dalton Built the 1982 Brewers"

Via the "Barrel Banter Podcast": "Part 2: Author & Historian Lee Kluck | Harry Dalton's Later Brewers Years"

Historian Lee Kluck recently published Leave While the Party's Good, a biography on the late great Brewers general manager Harry Dalton.

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Tuesday 1/28:

Via 97.3's Mike Heller Show (Hour Three): "Bill Schroeder to open the final hour, talking fantasy camp and the Brewers' upcoming season"

Reviewing the Brew's" Cold Brew Podcast: "Dave Gasper and Matt Carroll are preparing for Brewers spring training to start up in a few weeks where there will be robo umps present. Also discussed in this week's pod is the possibility of trading the 2027 season for a salary cap. Would you do it? Also, just what do the Brewers have left to do in free agency?"

Via the "Brew Crew Review" Podcast: "Interview with Lee Kluck, author of 'Leave While the Party's Good' - The Life and Legacy of Baseball Executive Harry Dalton"

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Wednesday 1/29:

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "With Jesus Made - do the Brewers have the next young superstar? Will the Brewers make another move before the start of Spring Training? Are they still the best team in the NL Central? All this and more when JR Radcliffe from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel joins us on this episode"

Via the "Wisconsin Sports Daily Show" with Steve "Sparky" Fifer: "Sam Dykstra of MLB Pipeline discusses the Brewers four young stars that appeared in the Pipeline's annual Top 100 ranking. Sam details why the Brewers may have a top 10 farm system in the MLB."

Via "The Bill Michaels Show" (Hour Two): Chuck Freimund (go to the 18:35 minute mark)

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Thursday 1/30:

Via Dom Cotroneo's "Brewers Weekly": - "Dom goes through the FAQ's everyone has been wondering about for The Crew. Tonight's episode features some talk of the young and upcoming players who may be making appearances in spring training. The big question for the crew.... who will be on 3rd base?"

Episode 3 - Tim Dillard's "Buses Benches and Baseball" - Former Brewers RHP Mark DiFelice 

Via the "View from Bernie's Chalet" Podcast: "Jason, Hyatt & Mike chat Elvin Rodriguez signing, frustration with lack of moves, wanting Brewers on Deck back, preview the Pitchers & Catchers positions heading into camp & the Baseball America & MLB Pipeline Top 100 prospect lists."

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Friday 1/31:

Via the "Wisconsin Sports Daily Show" with Steve "Sparky" Fifer: "MLB Network's Brian Kenny discusses their Top 10 Right Now lists, and why certain Brewers are ranked where they are. Brian talks the Brewers continue to be dismissed by odds makers."

Via the "Brew Crew Scoop" Podcast: "We spent a long time reminiscing about the loss of Mr. Baseball. To finish up, we talked about CC Sabathia to the Hall of Fame, the Dodgers and salary caps/floors, and potential Brewers moves before Spring Training."

 

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Sunday 2/2:

Latest Milwaukee Tailgate Podcast - "On this week's show the guys discussed the surprise settlement with William Contreras, yet another lefty RP minor league signing and where both the Brewers offense and scouting department stand today."

Via the "Barrel Banter Podcast": "Peter & David share a big announcement about the future of The Barrel Banter. Also, they rank the 20 best Brewers of their lifetimes."

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Monday 2/3:

Via 97.3's "Brewing the Offseason": "Tim Allen and Jeff Orloski discuss what has taken place so far in the off season for the Crew and Tim asks when do you start getting ready for the start of the season?"

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Does the Brewers Infield Pack Enough Punch?"

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Tuesday 2/4:

Via WTMJ's Afternoon News (download link):  "Senior Vice President - Communications and Affiliate Operations Tyler Barnes discusses the exciting giveaways and stadium enhancements for the new 2025 season"

Via the "Barrel Banter Podcast": "Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers Beat Writer Todd Rosiak joins the show to discuss:

- Whether the Brewers are NL Central favorites
- An update on Brandon Woodruff's health
- Christian Yelich... healthy?
- Who's on 3rd? Or shortstop?"

Via the "Cold Brew Podcast": "Dave Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss some changes going on with their writing homes and then dive into the baseball with the news that William Contreras avoided arbitration with the Brewers in a big win for both sides. Also, among the several non-roster invitees to Brewers spring training this year, who are Dave and Matt's favorites to make a big contribution? Plus, what's the Brewers equivalent of the Luka Doncic trade?"

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Wednesday 2/5:

Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast: "Hosts JR Radcliffe and Curt Hogg welcome in Jonathan Judge of Baseball Prospectus to get insight on the PECOTA rankings, which think the Brewers are a .500 team and well behind the Cubs in the National League Central. Why are the projections so bearish on the Brewers' offense, including Christian Yelich and Jackson Chourio? Why is Garrett Mitchell so confounding to the projections system? Is there any signing the Brewers could make to improve their outlook? Are they doomed?"

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Wednesday 2/5:

Via 97.3's "The Steve Czaban Show" (Hour Three): Jeff Levering

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Speedy Young Outfield for the Brewers"

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Thursday 2/6:

Via WTMJ - Dom Cotroneo's "Brewers Weekly": - "Spring Training Preview"

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Friday 2/7:

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Should We Have Expected a More Active Off Season from the Brewers?" - David Gasper of Athlon Sports is Chuck's guest

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Monday 2/10:

Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Is the Brewers Rotation Strong Without a Legit Ace?"