https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/page/219/?d=1enhttps://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-utility-players-in-brewers-history-r702/That said, the Brewers have had some very versatile players who made outsized marks in a season or during their career. They filled in when a player was hurt, provided others with a much-needed day off, and often were just as crucial to the team’s success as a big-name star. So who were the best...702Wed, 01 Feb 2023 16:11:50 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/should-the-brewers-choose-garrett-mitchell-or-sal-frelick-as-their-opening-day-center-fielder-r700/Among the Milwaukee Brewers' high-end outfield prospects, Garrett Mitchell received the first call-up in 2022, and Sal Frelick looks poised to make his debut in 2023, but it isn't clear when that will happen. That is one significant decision the Brewers' front office will need to make, perhaps a...700Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:35:02 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-designated-hitters-in-brewers-history-r701/Teams have taken two approaches to the DH; some look for one player to take most at-bats, often one who is a liability in the field due to age or some other factor. Others rotate it around among players. The Brewers have done both over the years. So, who were the best Brewers to hold down the de...701Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:04:36 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-right-fielders-in-brewers-history-r699/Despite no player being the primary starter in right field for more than five seasons, right field has rarely been a complete liability for the Brewers over their 54-year history. Who’s been the best of the bunch? Let's take a look. 5. Rob Deer .229/.329/.450 with 137 HR and 385 RBI in fi...699Sun, 29 Jan 2023 14:02:01 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/travis-shaw-the-surprising-spark-plug-of-milwaukees-franchise-revival-in-2017-r698/Travis Richard Shaw was born on April 16, 1990, the son of former major league closer Jeff Shaw, a two-time All-Star. Travis Shaw grew up in Ohio and attended Kent State. The Red Sox selected him in the ninth round of the 2011 draft.  In the minor leagues, Shaw - a left-handed hitter - disp...698Sat, 28 Jan 2023 13:34:46 +0000https://brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/milwaukee-brewers/the-five-best-center-fielders-in-brewers-history-r697/Which Brewers did the best patrolling center at County Stadium and Miller Park/American Family Field over the half-century of the franchise's existence? Let’s take a stroll through 54 seasons of center field history. 5. Scott Podsednik .276/.344/.401 with 21 HR and 109 RBI in two sea...697Fri, 27 Jan 2023 13:36:01 +0000https://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 +0000