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Catching up from Tuesday's Pat McAfee podcast: "Brewers Skipper Pat Murphy stops by to chat about the “Brewer Way”, Jacob Misiorowski, his culture in Milwaukee, and their style of baseball, which contrasts most of the flashiness some of the teams in the MLB have." (go to the 46:15 minute mark)

Friday 9/25: VIDEO via MLB Network's "MLB Tonight" (full interview): "DL Hall discusses preparing for the postseason and how his evolution as a pitcher has led to continued success" Via "Brewers Unfiltered" with Sophia Minnaert, Adam McCalvy and Tim Dillard: "The Brewers have won the NL Central for a fourth straight year and have broken the franchise record for wins. Now comes October, and two players are about to live it for the first time. Logan Henderson talks about last year's NLCS spent in the dugout, his breakout season, and the barefoot mound walks that keep him grounded. Rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt shares what the June call-up was like, the T-shirt mistake on his first road trip, and growing up in a baseball family." Via WSCO's "The Show with Tony G and Leo" (download link): BrewerFanatic's Jack Stern (go to the 06:00 minute mark) Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): Brewers 360 with President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger. "The Brewers have won over 100 games this season and have sealed home field advantage throughout the playoffs! Which means as far as we take this, the Brewers will have home field advantage. Rick runs through the postseason plan for viewership, events, and how to keep things alive at the ballpark even when the team is on the road." (VIDEO) Via the YouTube feed of "Inside Wisconsin": "Vinny Rottino of Brewers TV Recaps The First 100 Win Season in Brewers History" Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Brewers Reach 100 Wins for First Time Ever" Via the "Brew Crew Scoop" Podcast: "The 2026 Brewers are the first in franchise history to 100 wins! They have also secured playoff home field advantage with one regular season series to go!" AUDIO option via Curt Hogg's "Brewer Territory" with JP Feyereisen: "Are the Brewers doing things off the field that other teams just can't quite replicate?" *** Postgame shows for the 8-4 win over St. Louis: Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "Brewers Strike Late Again - Turang's Clutch Hit Sinks Cardinals" Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Dom Cotroneo - "Brice Turang delivered a tiebreaking two-run single in the eighth inning for his third hit of the game" - Craig Coshun is Dom's guest Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game

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Thursday 9/24: Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): Brewers 360 with Matt Arnold - "A record number of wins and still counting, but Matt and the team have aspirations for best record in baseball so we can get that home field advantage throughout the playoffs. So, a week off before the NLDS, what’s the plan ramping up to the playoffs? Is momentum a worry? Also, could Brandon Woodruff come back?" VIDEO Via Fox Sports 920 Milwaukee's "The Huddle": Brewers reporter Hunter Baumgardt Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Henderson Keeps 3 ER or Less Streak Alive" Via SportsRadio the Fan's "Nine 2 Noon" Show: Vinny Rottino (go to the 29:00 minute mark) Via Mike Heller's "I Love Mondays" Podcast: Vinny Rottino (go to the 22:45 minute mark) (VIDEO) Via the YouTube feed of "Inside Wisconsin": "Tim Allen on Why This Year Feels Different, what 100 Wins Would Mean to Brewers" AUDIO option via Curt Hogg's "Brewer Territory" with Corey Knebel: "Brewers' climb to 100 wins continues - Logan Henderson put the wraps on a great regular season for Milwaukee's 99th win" *** Postgame shows for the 5-1 loss to the Cubs: Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "Brewers Make History - Milwaukee Clinches First-Ever 100-Win Season" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "100 Wins! Is the Pressure on for the Brewers?" Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Dom Cotroneo - "100 wins! An unbelievable season has hit a new high as the Brewers hit the century mark for the first time. Tied at 1 in the 8th, the Crew poured on 3 in the 8th and another in the 9th on a Chourio bomb. Dom and Jerry Augustine break down the significance of the moment, the game and much more ahead of the postseason" Via SportsRadio the Fan's Post Game Show w/ Tim Allen and Aaron Morse - Coverage begins in the 8th inning up 3-1 Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game

More paper transactions now that the seasons are over - Biloxi Shuckers activated SS Luis Peña from the 7-day injured list. Biloxi Shuckers activated RHP Nick Merkel from the 7-day injured list. Biloxi Shuckers activated RHP Yorman Galindez from the 7-day injured list. Biloxi Shuckers activated LHP Sam Garcia from the 7-day injured list. Biloxi Shuckers activated LHP Anthony Flores from the 7-day injured list. Biloxi Shuckers activated RHP Braylon Owens from the 7-day injured list. Biloxi Shuckers activated DH Marco Dinges from the 7-day injured list. Biloxi Shuckers activated C David García from the Development List. Actually, all transactions this point forward are paper only, aren't they? No uniforms are changing ;).

Image courtesy of BrewerFanatic The Shuckers fell victim to the RISP gods Wednesday, scoring just one run despite placing 12 runners on. The team scored its only run thanks to a balk. Thus concludes a prospect-packed but oddly sequenced Biloxi campaign. We say goodbye to the Link Report (in its current format) after 25+ years. Catch up with the latest Biloxi pre-game audio interview archives - Manager Mike Guerrero and RHP's Bishop Letson and Travis Smith are the latest guests Biloxi Pre-Game Media Notes Final: Rocket City (Angels) 3, Biloxi 1 Box Score and Game Log Shuckers Fall in Game Three of Southern League Championship Series - Season ends after reaching SLCS for fourth time in franchise history Why did we choose to highlight this sequence to kick things off? Go the 03:19:15 hour/minute mark of the free game archive here. You'll see the Damon Keith deep fly to the wall that had me jump out of my chair in anticipation as I watched live. Alas, the potential go-ahead three-run home run was corralled at the wall. Yes, that was Rocket City's 28-year-old closer in his 4th season appearing at the AA level making that pitch. The advanced age of the Angels' affiliate players vs. the youthful Shuckers was a topic in our daily forum thread. LHP Jesus Broca and RHP Stiven Cruz each stranded a runner upon entering. We suggest you visit this game log page and you'll see the events (including video) of the single runs allowed by talented southpaw J.D. Thompson in the 3rd and 4th innings. Angels top prospect SS Arjun Nimmala (Jose Soriano trade to the Blue Jays) provided the insurance run on this Ryan Birchard pitch - Regarding the earlier "oddly sequenced Biloxi campaign" comment, let's remember that Biloxi squeezed by Pensacola by one game in the first half to qualify for the postseason. Biloxi played four fewer games than the Blue Wahoos as weather wreaked havoc with the schedule at midseason. Then the Shuckers posted a last place second half record of 31-38 that included an unfathomable 13-game losing streak. But overall, Brewers fans had reason to be enamored with the youthful star-laden roster. First baseman Blake Burke, OF Josiah Ragsdale, current big-league Colorado Rockie LHP Mark Manfredi, fireballing RH reliever Cameron Wagoner and starting RHP Tyson Hardin (though he struggled in seven early season starts) are among the players who moved up and/or elsewhere and are not even on the current talented roster. That current active roster also doesn't include injured players like INF Luis Pena, RHP's Tanner Gillis and Braylon Owens, and catcher Marco Dinges. Have we overloaded your prospect senses yet? And we haven't even discussed this Wednesday lineup: My goodness. Thanks for those individual efforts, gentlemen. Thanks to the Voice of the Shuckers Javik Blake and his 2026 assistant Max Gifford for providing the color to the season that was, to say the least, fascinating, exciting and perplexing all at once! One note, and not to make too big a deal of it, but this report concludes what we will call the "Link Report" era, which began halfway through the 2001 season at our old Brewerfan.com home. We're going to retire the term "Link Report" as of this entry. It's been an amazing ride, and thanks so much to @Ro Mueller @Ben Lepak @Telemachus Rafaelidys and for prior years' efforts @Joseph Zarr. Thanks to you readers and posters for supporting us and adding to the Link Report legacy. For me personally, I'll absolutely be around and will continue to contribute to our Minor League Forum by keeping our thread topics chock-full, organized and informative with links and connections to all the available news on the Brewers prospect front. But the daily commitment to the Link Report in its current format, especially on those days with seven games on a regular basis, led us to be at our keyboards for upwards of three hours on overnights and early mornings in order to maintain the quality level we sought. It simply wasn't sustainable. I'm sure our site owner Brock, who has been a strong supporter of our work, has plans for the future. There may be some automation involved, but even if there is, we are hopeful our very helpful readers and posters will keep the community vibrant with personal interactions and comments on those reports and on our forum. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your support of the Link Report over the years. One last thing as we enter what should be the most exciting few weeks - I was 19 years old in 1982. I'm ready. Go Brewers!! View full article

Wednesday 9/23: Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): Brewers 360 with Jeff Levering - "The first-round bye has been secured. So, what’s the plan moving forward? Not to put the ball before the bat, but we start talking pitching schedules and Jeff points to the team’s creativity." VIDEO via MLB Network's "MLB Tonight" (full interview): "Brewers hitting coach Daniel Vogelbach discusses the adjustments Jake Bauers, Joey Ortiz and Cooper Pratt have made at the plate." Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Brewers Clinch First Round Playoff Bye" Via the Journal Sentinel Midweek Podcast: "The Brewers are among the teams that have had a lot of success building talent through its international pipeline, including players like Jackson Chourio and Jesús Made. But the process has its flaws, including predatory lenders who look to take advantage of families promised bonuses years before they're able to officially sign. Gus Garcia-Roberts (9:10), an investigative reporter from ProPublica, traveled to the Dominican Republic to get a sense of what young star ballplayers and their families face in that fraught period between being identified as a talent and signing day. He joined host JR Radcliffe to discuss what he saw, the forces at work and what Major League Baseball could do about it. Then, JR chats with Brewers minor-league guru Spencer Michaelis of Backfield Brew and Brewer Fanatic (30:45) to review the 2026 Brewers minor-league season, which just wrapped with Biloxi's loss in the Southern League Championship Series. They discuss the top players in the system, including those with massive upside even if the numbers don't suggest it, the remarkable offensive season of Andrew Fischer, Made's immediate future and more." Via the "Brewers Babes" Podcast: "In this episode the Babes do a deep dive with Bobby Wagner from the 'Tipping Pitches' podcast, talking about revenue sharing in MLB, TV broadcast deals, Mark Walter and the Dodgers, and what a salary cap would mean for small market teams, owners, and fans of the game. Afterwards Erin and Lisa talk about how the postseason is shaping up and which teams we'd like to (or not) face in October. As always, they share their Fielder's Choice and Sausage Race Winners." Via the "View from Bernie's Chalet" Podcast: "Jason & Hyatt talk sweet of Orioles & back to back shutouts, Gasser 3rd starter?, Peacock broadcast, bye to NLDS clinched, 99th win in Philly, answer listener ?, card corner & preview final home series vs Cardinals." *** Postgame shows for the 4-1 win in Philly: Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Dom Cotroneo - "A solid all-around win for the Crew in Philly as they pick up win #99 on the season! Brice Turang and Christian Yelich homered early, Logan Henderson put a bow on a remarkable regular season (by getting out of multiple jams) and they played outstanding defense to pick up the 4-1 win. Dom and Jerry Augustine break down Henderson's season and start tonight, the race for the No. 1 seed and much more" Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "Brewers Bounce Back in Philly - Milwaukee Wins 99th Game of Season" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Will Christian Yelich Play an Integral Part in the Brewers Postseason Run?" Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game Via SportsRadio the Fan's Post Game Show - "Tim Allen, Evan Heffelfinger and special guest "The Polish Pipebomb" Jeff Orloski break down win number 99 for the Crew!"

Via the Journal Sentinel Midweek Podcast: "The Brewers are among the teams that have had a lot of success building talent through its international pipeline, including players like Jackson Chourio and Jesús Made. But the process has its flaws, including predatory lenders who look to take advantage of families promised bonuses years before they're able to officially sign. Gus Garcia-Roberts (9:10), an investigative reporter from ProPublica, traveled to the Dominican Republic to get a sense of what young star ballplayers and their families face in that fraught period between being identified as a talent and signing day. He joined host JR Radcliffe to discuss what he saw, the forces at work and what Major League Baseball could do about it. Then, JR chats with Brewers minor-league guru Spencer Michaelis of Backfield Brew and Brewer Fanatic (30:45) to review the 2026 Brewers minor-league season, which just wrapped with Biloxi's loss in the Southern League Championship Series. They discuss the top players in the system, including those with massive upside even if the numbers don't suggest it, the remarkable offensive season of Andrew Fischer, Made's immediate future and more."

Via the Journal Sentinel Midweek Podcast: "The Brewers are among the teams that have had a lot of success building talent through its international pipeline, including players like Jackson Chourio and Jesús Made. But the process has its flaws, including predatory lenders who look to take advantage of families promised bonuses years before they're able to officially sign. Gus Garcia-Roberts (9:10), an investigative reporter from ProPublica, traveled to the Dominican Republic to get a sense of what young star ballplayers and their families face in that fraught period between being identified as a talent and signing day. He joined host JR Radcliffe to discuss what he saw, the forces at work and what Major League Baseball could do about it.

More from Tuesday 9/22 (beyond the links just above, which posted yesterday): Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "Adam McCalvy talks about how each team has a weakness this time of year, including the Crew. What feels different about this team this season compared to past postseasons? How have the Brewers experimented with roles, players, and combinations ahead of choosing a postseason roster? Which team do the Brewers want to face in the postseason?" Via SportsRadio the Fan's "Nine 2 Noon" Show: "Tim Allen previews what radiations and emotions face the Brewers this post-season. Later on, the guys dive into what the starting rotation could look like as well as what team they want to face in the NLDS." Via WTMJ's Afternoon News (download link): "Broadcasting live from the Brewers' Rally for October celebration at American Family Field, this hour captures the excitement surrounding Milwaukee's postseason push. The show highlights fan festivities, special giveaways, and the growing anticipation as the Brewers chase 100 wins and prepare for October baseball. Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins the conversation from Philadelphia to discuss what makes this team special, why players around baseball respect Milwaukee's style of play, and which under-the-radar contributors have helped fuel the club's historic season. Brewers executive Marti Wronski also stops by to talk about the organization's efforts to bring fans together, the overwhelming response to postseason ticket sales, and the community spirit surrounding this remarkable run." Via "The Bill Michaels Show" (Hour Two): Tim Dillard Via "The Bill Michaels Show" (Hour Three): Chuck Freimund (go to the 30:30 minute mark) *** Postgame shows for the 6-4 loss in Philly: Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Bob Brainerd - "Tough start to the series in Philly as the Crew tie it in the 6th against Zach Wheeler but allow the Phillies to win it with a rally in the 8th. The game also featured short outings from Dustin May and Kyle Harrison as they continue to try to earn their place amidst struggles. Bob and Craig Coshun break down the game and the road ahead as the final week of the season begins." Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "Brewers Win Streak Snapped - Phillies Deliver Late Knockout Punch" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "What Route Will the Brewers Take with Their Starting Pitching in the Postseason?" Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game Via SportsRadio the Fan's Post Game Show w/ Tim Allen and Evan Heffelfinger

This thread will be utilized for any minor league news Wednesday, Southern League Game Three Box Score / Game Log (Best-of-Three Tied at 1-1) Biloxi Audio Link (listen to Javik and Max) MiLB TV (View for Free, it'll be the Rocket City call, however) Wednesday's Birthdays: None

AAA paper transactions (so doesn't mean players are currently healthy) - Nashville Sounds activated OF Eric Brown Jr. from the 7-day injured list. Nashville Sounds activated RHP Tyson Hardin from the 7-day injured list. Nashville Sounds activated 1B Luke Adams from the 7-day injured list. Nashville Sounds activated RHP Reiss Knehr from the 7-day injured list. Nashville Sounds activated SS Jett Williams from the 7-day injured list.

Monday 9/21: Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): Brewers 360 with Dom Cotroneo - "98 wins?! Holy crap. First time in franchise history. But there’s obviously a bigger goal here. The Brewers are just focused on winning the game they are playing that night, but we can’t not talk about the record, right? We also preview an awesome possible playoff series as the Brewers take on the Phillies starting tomorrow – and they can hoop. But their bullpen stinks. So, what should the Brewers think heading into this series?" Via ESPN Wisconsin's "Jen, Gabe and Chewy" (download link): "Brewers COO Marti Wronski joins Jen, Gabe and Chewy with Milwaukee sitting at a franchise-record 98 wins and chasing 100 before the postseason. Wronski explains the story behind the Brewers’ “Win Our Way” postseason slogan and why it fits the identity of this year’s team. She previews the Rally for October at the UW Credit Union Plaza, including giveaways, alumni appearances, food and drink specials and postseason ticket information. Wronski also discusses the young players who continue to step up and the clubhouse culture that has helped Milwaukee exceed expectations yet again. Plus, she explains why the Brewers’ mix of small ball, defense, pitching and unexpected contributors has made this season so entertaining." Via WTMJ's Midday News (download link): "Brewers Chief Operating Officer Marti Wronski talks about how postseason tickets go on sale for Wisconsinites tomorrow and expectations for ticket sales. What is reaction from people working within the franchise about another postseason run? How do you keep excitement up when the Brewers are yet again in the postseason?" Via WSCO's "The Show with Tony G and Leo" (download link): JustBaseball.com's Matt Carroll (go to the 24:40 minute mark) Via the Fan Milwaukee's "Wake Up Call": Tim Allen of the Postgame Show (go to the 23:00 minute mark) Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Back-to-Back Shutouts in Sweep of O's" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Can Pat Murphy’s squad outpace the Los Angeles Dodgers and lock down the coveted No. 1 seed in the National League? Chuck and Hunter Baumgardt who covers the Brewers for Fox Sports 920 in Milwaukee - break down the pivotal Brewers-Philadelphia Phillies series, analyzing the strengths of the pitching staff, including the ongoing battle for the No. 3 rotation spot between Robert Gasser and Dustin May. The episode covers high-leverage arms like Trevor Megill and Abner Uribe, discusses the right field platoon with Sal Frelick and Luis Lara, and highlights minor league standouts Blake Burke and Andrew Fischer. With postseason positioning and roster decisions looming, this episode explores whether the Brewers’ depth and consistency can push them to a deep October run." Via the "Wisconsin Sports Daily Show" with Steve "Sparky" Fifer: Brewers.TV Analyst Tim Dillard *** Tuesday 9/22: Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): Brewers 360 with Pat Murphy - "98 wins (and counting) for this club, and Murph recognizes that this team isn’t the fastest, strongest, or most talented, but speaks to the competition that this team rises up to. Again, back-to-back years with the best record in baseball, this is no small feat." Via Fox Sports 920 Milwaukee's "The Huddle": Brewers reporter Hunter Baumgardt (go to the 19:45 minute mark) - VIDEO Option Via ESPN Wisconsin's "Jen, Gabe and Chewy" (download link): "Jeff Levering joins Jen and Gabe with six games remaining in Milwaukee's record-setting regular season. Levering explains how the Brewers could set up their postseason rotation and bullpen, including Jacob Misiorowski's final regular season start and Kyle Harrison's fight for a playoff roster spot. He breaks down Milwaukee's potential postseason lineup, Joey Ortiz's remarkable turnaround and the club's deep group of trusted relievers. Jeff also examines potential playoff opponents and discusses whether Brandon Woodruff still has a path to pitching in October." Via WTMJ's Morning News (download link): "When your spouse tries to give you advice about work – it doesn’t always go as planned. However, that changes when your spouse is also super good at what you do. This is the story of Garrett Mitchell and his wife. An awesome piece penned by Lori Nickel who joins the show. Lori talks about the conversation between these two, and how Garrett’s wife basically unlocked his swing and has led to his success at the plate this season." Via the Fan Milwaukee's "Wake Up Call": Josh Maurer of the Brewers radio team Via David Gasper's "Brewers Daily" YouTube page: "Crew's Influence Over Cubs Wild Card Seed"

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This thread will be utilized for any minor league news Monday and Tuesday, Southern League Game Two Box Score / Game Log (Shuckers Down 1-0 in Best-of-Three) Biloxi Audio Link (listen to Javik and Max) MiLB TV (View for Free, it'll be the Rocket City call, however) Monday's Birthday: Warbirds LHP Joan Pena turns 19. Tuesday's Birthdays: None

Can't say thanks enough to @Ro Mueller for his multi-year efforts as my primary sidekick on Link Report duty. Regardless of what happens for Biloxi this week, this will be his final formal Link Report. I know first-hand the extreme dedication that he applied to the craft of putting "the Report" together each and every time. Blessings always to you and yours, Daniel!

Sunday 9/13: Latest Milwaukee Tailgate Podcast (recorded Sunday AM): "On this week's show the guys discussed a 4th straight NL Central division title for the Crew, the latest worries about the back of the starting rotation, our biggest surprises of the year and the current state of umpiring in Major League Baseball." AUDIO option via Curt Hogg's "Brewer Territory" with Corey Knebel and JP Feyereisen: "Is this the best Brewers team of all-time? - It's time to ask the pressing question after a franchise-record 98th win this season." Via the Journal Sentinel Podcast (Recorded during Sunday night's game): "The Brewers have more wins than any team before them in franchise history, closing in on a first-round playoff bye and already owners of the National League Central. Could this really be the one? Milwaukee won five of six in Pittsburgh and Baltimore to reach 98 wins and now comes the calibration for the postseason ahead. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe try to put the team in some context, then discuss the one big problem they're facing: the lack of a true No. 3 starter after Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson. Is it still Dustin May? Has Robert Gasser done enough to merit that spot? What do we make of Kyle Harrison? Plus: A wobbly week for Trevor Megill despite general strong work from the bullpen. In Three Up Three Down (35:00), they discuss a fun moment on the TV broadcast, a surprising pitcher and a team to maybe be concerned about in the years ahead? In Remembrew When (51:30), JR looks back on another recent division-clinching moment. And in Curt Blanche (55:00), we have to ask ... is this The Team that we'll remember forever? Then, JR sits down with Brewers jack-of-all-trades Daniel De Mondesert (1:05:00) whose most forward-facing role is serving as team interpreter. He talks about his Arkansas upbringing (Spanish wasn't his first language exactly!), his college baseball background and the roles he's played with the team." Via WTMJ's Postgame Show with Dom Cotroneo - "William Contreras homered, and the Brewers earned their franchise-record 98th victory by beating the Orioles 3-0 on Sunday night to complete a three-game sweep." - Jerry Augustine is Dom's guest Locked on Brewers Postcast with Brandon Sneide - "History Made! - Brewers Set Franchise Wins Record With Sweep" Locked on Brewers with Chuck Freimund - "Dominance: The Brewers Have Put Themselves in Elite History!" Via Mike Heller's "Brewed Daily" podcast stream - Mike posts reaction takes on each Brewers' game

That particular vote is by Sounds players. Given that Murray saw action at all four infield positions and was asked to help out on the mound eight times, the respectful vote among teammates is understandable.