Jim Goulart

Among all the interviews posted in the Major League thread, enjoy two interviews apiece with Corey Ray and Lucas Erceg, just hunt a bit via this link.

Via the Twitter account Milwaukee Prospect Report (Brad Krause and the former MillerParkProspects crew): TWEET: "Doing a little late-night reading of the 2019 Media Guide and noticed that infielder Jean Cruz and newly-signed catcher Jeyner Baez will both be moving to the mound this season as the Brewers look to convert them to pitchers." TWEET: Found a few injury updates in the media guide, all four listed here offseason shoulder surgeries. 2017 4th round Illinois high school LHP Brendan Murphy (September 7th, missed all of 2018 with left biceps tendinitis), 2017 8th round RHP Jayson Rose (October 11th, missed all of 2018 save for two brief late July Maryvale starts with a right rotator cuff strain), Mario Feliciano (November 1st) and Max McDowell (December 7th). NOTE: Both Feliciano and McDowell have already been listed as playing in minor league spring training games. MORE: Also, we learn that DSL RHP Juan Gomez missed the 2018 season with right elbow bursitis. *** INF Tucker Neuhaus, who is entering his 7th season and will be eligible for minor league free agency next fall), will include the past three years here, it's been rough: 2018 - Missed the remainder of the season after being placed on the 7-day disabled list with a right shoulder contusion on 7/12; underwent right shoulder surgery on 7/31. 2017 - Missed the remainder of the season after being placed on the 7-day disabled list on 7/22 with a left knee strain. 2016 - Missed the rest of the season after being placed on the disabled list on 4/16 with a right wrist fracture. *** LHP Drake Owenby (12th round, 2015) - Missed the entire 2018 season with a left elbow strain; underwent "Tommy John" surgery on 8/9. *** LHP Drew Rasmussen, last summer's 6th round pick out of Oregon State, he's throwing this spring in camp (quite well, reportedly), here's his history: 2018 - Missed the entire season as he recovered from "Tommy John" surgery. 2017 - Underwent his second "Tommy John" surgery on 8/23/17. 2016 - Underwent "Tommy John" surgery on 3/29/16. Was previously drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 39th round of the 2014 First-Year Player Draft and the Tampa Bay Rays in the Competitive Balance Round A (31st overall) in the 2017 First-Year Player Draft, but did not sign *** RHP Austin Rubick (20th round, 2017): 2018 - Missed the remainder of the season after being placed on the 7-day disabled list on 7/25 with a left oblique strain *** RHP Matt Smith (34th round, 2016): 2018 - Missed the entire season as he recovered from "Tommy John" surgery. 2017 - Missed the entire season after undergoing “Tommy John” surgery on 6/1. NOTE: Baseball Reference shows Smith making eight appearances for the Road Warriors of the independent Atlantic League, a rare miscue on their part *** RHP Tyler Spurlin (NDFA, 2013): 2018 - Missed the entire season after undergoing "Tommy John" surgery on 3/9. 2017 - Missed the entire season with a right elbow sprain. *** LHP Quintin Torres-Costa (35th round, 2015): 2018 - Underwent "Tommy John" surgery on 9/13 *** LHP Christian Trent (24th round, 2015): 2018 - Missed the entire season after undergoing "Tommy John" surgery on 2/13. 2017 - Missed the season due to a left forearm strain. *** RHP Andrew Vernon (28th round, 2016): 2018 - Missed the entire season as he recovered from "Tommy John" surgery. 2017 - Missed the remainder of the season after being placed on the 7-day disabled list on 8/10; underwent “Tommy John” surgery on 10/19. *** RHP Nash Walters (3rd round, 2015): 2018 - Missed the entire season as he recovered from "Tommy John" surgery. 2017 - Missed the entire season with a right elbow strain; underwent “Tommy John” surgery on 9/19.

Thursday March 14th: AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Mike Heller Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Doug Melvin (go to the 24:55 minute mark), Tom Haudricourt (70:40) and Brent Suter (90:05). *** Friday March 15th: AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Mike Heller Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Asst. GM Matt Arnold (go to the 20:30 minute mark) and Travis Shaw (92:30).

Thursday March 14: AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Spring Training Live": "Hear interviews with Erik Kratz (18:30 minute mark), Zach Davies (30:00), Corey Knebel (41:30) and Corey Ray (01:13:45). AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Drew Olson and KB Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Craig Counsell *** Friday March 16th: AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM: Craig Counsell is interviewed by Tim Allen

Some additional Dominican Summer League kids coming stateside (links to Baseball Reference pages): 17-year-old Venezuelan C/1B Jesus Chirinos (turns 18 on July 27th) - .254/.394/.387 line (.782 OPS in his rookie 2018 season); his dad was a former Brewer farmhand 18-year-old Venezuelan starting RHP Leoner Colina - Only 17 walks and a 2.31 ERA in 13 starts in his debut campaign, he was signed for only $15,000 18-year-old Venezuelan OF Oswel Leones - LH bat played primarily LF/RF in his debut 2018 season (two games in CF), a sweet .289/.389/.374 line (.763 OPS), more walks (28) than K's (25) in 225 AB's. It's not likely Leones was a big-bonus signee, as that info was never released. 17-year-old Venezuelan 2B/3B/1B Luis Silva (turns 18 on July 6th) - 44 of 50 base hits were singles, but only 26 K's in 210 AB's gets one to the Arizona Rookie League 19-year-old Venezuelan C/1B Roberto Molina - Regardless of country of origin, if your last name is Molina, you are a catcher (Yadier and brothers are from Puerto Rico). Roberto is the only player here with two seasons in the Brewers' system. Brewers seem to hit consistently with their Venezuelan signings, and by "hit", mean find prospects of early interest and potential. None of these five received significant bonuses.

Thursday / Friday AUDIO, all via WSSP's "Big Show": David Stearns Lorenzo Cain Zach Davies Corey Ray Mike Moustakas Adam McCalvy

Thursday March 14: AUDIO via WTMJ's 'Sports Central': "Greg Matzek sits down with Travis Shaw to talk about going back to 3rd base, changing his swing, and what he's worked on in Spring Training." AUDIO via WTMJ's 'Brewers Weekly': Includes talks with Erik Kratz (06:40 minute mark) and Lucas Erceg (23:15). *** Friday March 15th: AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: David Stearns

Wednesday March 13th: AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's Morning Show: WSSP's Tim Allen AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Seth Everett, our National Baseball Insider for Forbes.com joins Bill to give his take on the direction the league is going, some proposed rule changes, the Brewers, and the status of the NL Central." AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "WSSP's Tim Allen, host of 'Spring Training Live', joins Bill on site in Phoenix to talk about how spring training has gone so far for the Brewers, talk about some key players for the Brewers, and more!" AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": "Travis Shaw, Brewers third-baseman, discusses his return to the hot corner and his good friend Mike Moustakas. What are the expectations in the Brewers clubhouse? How dangerous can the Brew Crew’s lineup be?" (Taped Monday 3/11) AUDIO via WTMJ's Sports Central: "Greg Matzek talks with Brandon Woodruff in Arizona about another Spring Training, his bat, and the battle for a spot in a starting rotation." AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Mike Heller Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Freddy Peralta (go to the 23:00 minute mark), Jesus Aguilar (70:40) and Zach Davies (112:50) AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Spring Training Live": "Jeremy Jeffress is likely to start the regular season on the injured list. What does that mean for the 2019 Championship Season? Tim Allen and Bill “Baby Tausch” Schmid break down the Cactus Crew’s news of the day LIVE from Arizona. Hear exclusive taped interviews with bench coach Pat Murphy (15:10 minute mark), Corbin Burnes (27:50), Josh Tomlin (40:20), Ryan Braun (55:20), Ben Gamel (01:08:20), Cory Spangenberg (01:14:45) and Adrian Houser (01:19:55).

Wednesday March 13th: AUDIO via Brewers.com: "Lane Grindle chats with Keston Hiura and Brewers Farm Director Tom Flanagan on Episode 143 of Brewers on Tap." Flanagan does not discuss specific players in great detail (just a bit on last year's first-round pick Brice Turang, as well as Tyrone Taylor), but does provide some overall interesting insights.

Wednesday March 13th: AUDIO via Brewers.com: "Lane Grindle chats with Keston Hiura and Brewers Farm Director Tom Flanagan on Episode 143 of Brewers on Tap." Flanagan does not discuss specific players in great detail (just a bit on last year's first-round pick Brice Turang, as well as Tyrone Taylor), but does provide some overall interesting insights.

Tuesday March 12th: AUDIO via the "Turn a Pair Baseball Podcast": Jimmy Nelson (taped after his Monday pitching appearance) AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Drew Olson and KB Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Ryan Braun AUDIO via SB Nation's "Pushing the Odds" Podcast: Brewers radio broadcaster Lane Grindle AUDIO via 94.5 ESPN Milwaukee's "Bryan Dee Show": "Sophia Minnaert of the Milwaukee Brewers joins Bryan Dee and Doug Russell to discuss Jimmy Nelson's progress and how Hotel California has invaded the team's clubhouse." AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Jon Heyman, Radio.com Sports and MLB Network Insider, weighs in on the Brewers, as well as the rest of the division. Does he think the Crew’s rotation is good enough? Where will Dallas Keuchel and Craig Kimbrel land?" AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Adam McCalvy of Brewers.com/MLB.com shares his thoughts on Jimmy Nelson’s first outing of Spring Training. Are the Brewers still following this “staying connected” philosophy? What can we expect from new pitching coach Chris Hook?" AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Mike Heller Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Tom Haudricourt (go to the 100:00 minute mark) AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Spring Training Live": "Tim Allen and Bill “Baby Tausch” Schmid break down the Cactus Crew’s news of the day from Arizona. Hear exclusive taped interviews with 3B Lucas Erceg (16:35 minute mark), RHP Zack Brown (31:25), 2B Keston Hiura (43:03), Mike Moustakas (57:20), Chase Anderson (01:07:40) and Jacob Barnes (01:13:32).

Sunday March 10th: AUDIO via the Milwaukee Tailgate Podcast: "With the season approaching, J.P., Ryan and Steve preview the Milwaukee Brewers position players, and the way the additions of Yasmani Grandal and Mike Moustakas alter the line up. They also discuss the return to game action for Jimmy Nelson, and Jeremy Jeffress getting shut down in Spring Training due to shoulder fatigue." AUDIO via Matt Pauley's WTMJ Brewers Extra Innings Podcast: "We look at the bullpen as there have been a couple injuries over the last week. We also look at the starting rotation as competition remains fierce. The Brewer Nation's Adam Rygg is this week's featured guest." *** Monday March 11th: AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's Morning Show: Adam McCalvy from Brewers.com AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's Morning Show: WSSP's Tim Allen AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: WSSP's Tim Allen AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": "On the day of his return, Jimmy Nelson chatted before he took the mound with Gary Ellerson and Bill “Baby Tausch” Schmid about the Crew’s pitching staff, his shoulder rehab, what it was like watching the 2018 from afar, life off the diamond and more." AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": Seth Everett, national baseball broadcaster/writer from Forbes.com AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": "Brewers infield prospect Mauricio Dubon joins Bill Schmid and Tim Allen at American Family Fields of Phoenix." AUDIO via WTMJ's Greg Matzek: Quick quotes from Brewers on spring training wake-up calls (and Tuesday's rare night game) AUDIO via WTMJ's Sports Central: "Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes talks about his offseason, preparing for his first full season in the Major Leagues, and more." AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Spring Training Live": "Mike Moustakas is officially the Brewers’ primary second baseman. Jimmy Nelson pitched for the first time since 2017. Tim Allen and Bill “Baby Tausch” Schmid break down the Cactus Crew’s news of the day LIVE from American Family Fields of Phoenix. Hear a portion of Craig Counsell’s daily morning briefing (09:45 minute mark) and the guys’ interviews with Matt Albers (23:25 and then picks up again at 32:15), Hernan Perez (40:20) and Josh Hader (01:12:00)."

Recorded in November, shortly after Erik Kratz re-signed with Milwaukee for 2019: AUDIO via the Sports Spectrum podcast Faith-based, but plenty of baseball journey talk from the charismatic catcher...

Add a third signing at that - keep those lefty's coming!

Two new signings for the DSL *** Kurcz was once traded for Theo Epstein, and this is how he made a final impression on the Crew this week. *** Michael O'Neill spent his first several pro seasons in the Yankees' system:

Just like your , your chat with Pete Zoccolillo above was fantastic. Both of those guys had a Nate Orf-like "let's get these guys to the big leagues" vibe in those very early days of Brewerfan, there just wasn't the easily viral "Free ___ ___" tweets to accompany during those gloomy times for the Brewers big league and minor league squads. Zoccolillo really tells a great story (numerous ones), and the unique way he learned he'd been called up, after his minor league season was complete, is a great listen. Look, I don't want 38-players on September rosters, but it is a shame a lot of farmhands whose only big league experience will be as September call-ups may not ever get to share similar call-up stories if the MLB roster adjustment rules go into effect. Great job, guys, keep 'em coming.

Friday March 8th: AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Drew Olson and KB Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt (go to the 112:40 minute mark) AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": "Former Brewers pitcher and current Fox Sports Wisconsin analyst Jerry Augustine joins the show at Spring Training in Arizona to discuss who’s impressing thus far, his expectations for the team and more." AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": "Milwaukee baseball insider Adam McCalvy joins Billy and Gary at Brewers Spring Training (just after the 06:00 minute mark), while LeRoy and Sparky join the conversation from the WSSP studios. The guys discuss the latest Brewers buzz including Jimmy Nelson’s rehab status, the facility upgrades at the new American Family Fields of Phoenix, how analytics are driving players’ training and more news on the Crew."

Thursday March 7th: AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Chris Rose, host of MLB Network’s “Intentional Talk”, gives his thoughts on the 2019 Milwaukee Brewers after visiting them in Arizona. Does he think they should pursue Dallas Keuchel? How does he view Craig Counsell as a manager?" AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Robert Murray of the Athletic has the latest update on Jeremy Jeffress’ shoulder issue. Could he see the Brewers sign another starting pitcher? How is new pitching coach Chris Hook different from Derek Johnson? What adjustments is Ryan Braun making with his swing?" AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": "Former Brewers pitcher Chris Capuano discussed what impresses him with the Crew, how Yasmani Grandal can help the pitching staff, how injuries and recovery affect player performance and more on his work with Boston Biomotion’s “Proteus” virtual training system." AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Mike Heller Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Tom Haudricourt (go to the 21:05 minute mark)

Wednesday March 6th: AUDIO via 97.3 FM's "Drew Olson and KB Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt (go to the 119:00 minute mark) AUDIO via Brewers.com: Latest "Brewers on Tap" episode via Lane Grindle includes interviews with Corbin Burnes and Tyrone Taylor AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Seth Everett, our National Baseball Insider for Forbes.com, is back! He believes there are many problems with the sport. Is MLB out of touch with reality? What changes need to happen sooner than later?" AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Adam McCalvy of Brewers.com/MLB.com has the latest from Spring Training. Does it appear Mike Moustakas will be the starting 2B on Opening Day? What does lefty Alex Claudio bring to the bullpen? How does he assess the situation in the starting rotation?" AUDIO via WTMJ's "Sports Central": MLB.com's Mike Petriello talks with Greg about the best moves made in the NL Central this offseason, and what analytics say about the Crew.

Tuesday March 5th: AUDIO via 94.5 ESPN Milwaukee's "Bryan Dee Show": Sophia Minnaert AUDIO via 93.7 FM's "Mike Heller Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Tom Haudricourt (go to the 55:40 minute mark) AUDIO via WTMJ's "Sports Central": Lane Grindle

Sunday March 3rd: AUDIO via the Milwaukee Tailgate Podcast: "Steve and J.P. are joined by Rotowire Assistant Baseball Editor and Lead Prospects Analyst James Anderson and take the opportunity to discuss prospects for the Milwaukee Brewers that could make an impact in 2019." *** Monday February 4th: AUDIO via 93.7 FM's "Drew Olson and KB Show" (You will need to create a free iHeart Radio account to listen): Journal Sentinel beat reporter Tom Haudricourt AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's Morning Show: Adam McCalvy from Brewers.com AUDIO via the Bill Michaels Show: "Kevin Holden of CBS 58 in Milwaukee shares his observations from his visit to Brewers Spring Training. How does he feel about the pitching depth in the rotation and bullpen? How does he feel about the rest of the division?" AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Big Show": "Seth Everett, national baseball insider from Forbes.com, talks all things MLB and Brewers. Do they have enough starting pitching? Are they World Series contenders?" AUDIO via WSSP 105.7 FM's "Hot Stove Weekly": "Tim Allen and Bill "Baby Tausch" Schmid get ready to depart for Phoenix and Brewers Spring Training. Also catch up with our buddy Bart Winkler who will be appearing on the post game show all year!"

Sunday March 3rd: AUDIO via Matt Pauley's WTMJ Brewers Extra Innings Podcast: "As Cactus League play jumps into full-swing, we are starting to see more of the regulars appear in games. Have we learned anything yet this spring and what positional battles should we start paying attention to? We talk about that and more on this week's podcast. Matt is joined by Kyle Lobner, who is this week's featured guest." AUDIO via the Journal-Sentinel Podcast: "Brewers beat reporter Tom Haudricourt joins host JR Radcliffe to chat Spring Training, including Jimmy Nelson getting back into the swing of things after a year sidelined by injury. How does news that Bobby Wahl has a torn ACL impact the bullpen? What does Tom make of Josh Tomlin and some of the up-and-coming players in camp? And after three homers in 10 spring games, we have to ask: Is 2019 going to be the year of Hernan Perez?"

Brewers announced the minor league free agent signing of 27-year-old 2B/3B Bruce Caldwell, six years in the STL system, 2018 in the Yankees chain, career .256/.341/.409 (.750 OPS). From MiLB.com, on his 2018 campaign, where he was the second baseman on the Yankees' all-organizational team: Second baseman -- Bruce Caldwell, Trenton (74 games), Scranton/WB (48 games): The Yankees signed Caldwell on March 30 after the 26-year-old spent the first six years of his professional career in the Cardinals organization. In 122 games between Double-A and Triple-A, Caldwell hit .258/.342/.404 with 41 extra-base hits -- including tying a career-high with 30 doubles -- 57 RBIs and 53 runs scored. The 2012 15th-rounder was shuttled between the Eastern League and International League for most of the season as he played four different stints with the RailRiders, leaving his mark with an extra-inning grand slam (video at link above) to seal a 7-2 playoff victory. "Bruce is a guy who can play anywhere, and we used him where we needed him between Double-A and Triple-A, and he was huge for us," Raad said. "He put together great at-bats all year, the coaches love him and he really saved us at times. I feel like he really found his niche there with us."

Full $555,000 salary for him in 2019 while on the 60-day DL. Not the worst consolation prize, but surely not the way he wanted to collect that sum. And he'll carry that minor league option into 2020.

Twitter thread on a newly-hired pitching coach for the organization, Michael Schlact, much on his background within