https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/page/199/?d=1enhttps://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/william-contreras-catching-defense-part-2-pitcher-synergies-r696/This is a continuation of examining William Contreras' defense behind the plate. If you'd like to catch up on part one of this piece, you can do so here. The Pitcher Picture While it's important to look at Contreras' defensive abilities, it's equally important to look at how they'll be af...696Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:19:36 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-left-fielders-in-brewers-history-r694/The top five served as the primary starters for 33 seasons – out of 54 in Brewers franchise history, showing that even in the doldrums, left field was rarely a worry for Brewers fans. So which left fielders were the best for the Brew Crew? Let’s take a look. 5. John Briggs .258/.358....694Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:18:01 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/new-home-park-with-the-brewers-could-mean-a-power-surge-for-brian-anderson-r695/Between 2019-2020, Brian Anderson had a 162-game average slash line of .260/.343/.467/.811 (114 OPS+), including 35 doubles and 27 homers. No one should expect nearly 30 home runs from him in a single season, but it speaks to his potential. In the past two seasons, a left shoulder injury has pla...695Wed, 25 Jan 2023 13:39:00 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-shortstops-in-brewers-history-r693/While some dominated the diamond with defense, others overpowered opposing teams offensively. Which shortstops have been the best in Brewers' history? 5. Bill Spiers .256/.306/.338 in six seasons, three as primary shortstop When Gary Sheffield went on the disabled list in 1989, Bill...693Tue, 24 Jan 2023 13:38:01 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/william-contreras-catching-defense-part-1-pitch-framing-pop-time-r692/So what exactly makes their defensive role so unique? First and foremost, they have to catch the ball. They are on the receiving end of whatever their pitcher decides to throw and must secure the ball, no matter where it goes, in their glove or with their body. If a catcher cannot secure a pitch...692Mon, 23 Jan 2023 13:32:00 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-third-basemen-in-brewers-history-r690/The recent signing of Brian Anderson, a one-time Marlin, brings into focus the best the Brewers have had at third base over the years. 5. Tommy Harper .264/.354/.410 with 54 HR and 175 RBI over three seasons Harper was arguably the first superstar of the Brewers. During his three sea...690Sun, 22 Jan 2023 16:37:34 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/what-impact-will-brian-andersons-signing-have-on-the-brewers-roster-r689/The Milwaukee Brewers have signed rebound candidate Brian Anderson to a $3.5 million deal with $2 million in incentives. With any signing, there is a ripple effect on the roster, but this signing may have a notable effect on two players: Keston Hiura and Tyrone Taylor.  Hiura’s nonexistent...689Fri, 20 Jan 2023 13:29:11 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-second-basemen-in-brewers-history-r685/Without further ado, we should jump into the list. 5.  Jim Gantner .274/.319/.351 with 47 HR and 568 RBI in 17 seasons "Gumby" was the primary starter at second base for nine seasons and added two more as the primary third baseman for the Brewers. Gantner made contact and provided we...685Thu, 19 Jan 2023 13:33:01 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/brewers-sign-veteran-third-baseman-and-outfielder-brian-anderson-r688/Reports are coming in that the Milwaukee Brewers have come to terms with third baseman and right fielder Brian Anderson, formerly of the Miami Marlins. Anderson, still only 29 years old, looked to be a rising star with the Miami Marlins, posting a .811 OPS and 114 OPS+ over the 2019 and 20...688Wed, 18 Jan 2023 04:16:00 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/bevy-of-optionless-wonders-signals-likely-fringe-addition-to-40-man-roster-r687/If you’re like me, you’re perplexed at the number of Optionless Wonders the Brewers have, leaving the bottom of their roster more unsettled than usual. Each of the following six players must make the 26-man Opening Day active roster, be placed on the injured list, or be designated for assignment...687Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:13:11 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/milwaukee-brewers-top-five-zips-player-comparisons-r684/Who knows how entertaining the Milwaukee Brewers will be in 2023; however, based on the ZIPS projections, some guys could ramp up the excitement this year. Baseball fans and experts have always been obsessed with comparing players from different eras. That is different from the goal of ZIPS proj...684Tue, 17 Jan 2023 13:38:00 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/brewers-settle-with-ten-arbitration-eligible-players-r681/The Brewers agreed to terms with several pending arbitration-eligible players on Friday, the deadline for filing for the 2023 season. As of the filing deadline, starting pitcher, Corbin Burnes remained the only eligible player who did not agree to the terms of a new deal.  The Brewers and Burnes...681Sat, 14 Jan 2023 04:03:22 +0000