Forum Friday: Brewers Mount Rushmore, NLCS Roster, MLB Season Shortening

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The Brewers went 3-1 this week, with a mix of wins and losses against the Padres. This week's Forum Friday highlights five threads, including debates on a potential Brewers Mount Rushmore, NLCS roster decisions, discussions about the Brewers-Dodgers NLCS matchup, reactions to MLB's proposed CBA changes, and talk about who should start for the Brewers in an important game.

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Brewers Mount Rushmore?

A thread on the Brewers' potential Mount Rushmore sparked lively debate, with members weighing in on candidates like Yount, Molitor, Braun, Yelich, and Chourio. Commenters generally agreed on Yount and Molitor as locks, while opinions split on the remaining spots—some favored Braun despite his scandal, others argued for Yelich or Chourio. A few suggested including non-players like Uecker or Henry Aaron, and there was humor about Rollie Fingers.

NLCS Roster?

Commenters debated whether the Brewers' NLCS roster should differ from the NLDS, focusing on Dustin May's potential inclusion or replacement. Some argued for dropping May, citing his poor performance and lack of recent competitive pitching, while others believed he might be needed for short, high-leverage innings due to the Dodgers' lefty-heavy lineup. Several members suggested using younger pitchers like Drohan or Harrison instead, but others felt May's high-octane stuff made him valuable in a multi-inning role.

Brewers vs Dodgers Open Thread: News / Notes / Predictions / Miscellaneous. What's on your Mind?

Members discussed the Brewers' chances against the Dodgers in the NLCS, noting the Brewers' improved health and performance this season compared to last year, while acknowledging the Dodgers' strong rotation but aging lineup. Commenters debated the impact of pitching matchups, with some emphasizing the Brewers' left-handed pitching depth as a key advantage against the Dodgers' left-handed hitters.

MLB has proposed shortening the regular season from 162 to 154 games in CBA negotiations with the Players Association.

MLB's proposal to shorten the regular season to 154 games, expand the Division Series to seven games, and allow high seeds to choose their playoff opponents sparked debate. Commenters were divided, with some opposing the shorter season due to historical and record concerns, while others supported it for reducing the season's length. Most welcomed the longer Division Series but were split on the "pick your opponent" rule, with some calling it a gimmick and others seeing it as a strategic advantage.

It's another great day to be a Brewers fan at Brewer Fanatic!