Professor,
I created a separate blog for my final component. It can be viewed HERE.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Monday, July 13, 2009
Sometimes One Post is Enough
Prince Fielder is the 2009 Home Run Derby Championship. Congrats to the big guy.
Better Videos to come:
Better Videos to come:
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Tom's Twittering Tweets - Starring More Disappointment
Para pitched well today. And we blew it. Plain and simple. Well, the bullpen blew it. And our bats blew it. (Braun is currently eating his words a little bit). But you all get the point.
Sam had a post that I really liked today. Read it HERE. He raises a pertinent question and a critical point. What is most striking though, is his tone. It echoes the sentiments of Brewer's fans for the last 20+ years. Part of it is Disappointment. Part of it is gut wrenching sickness. Mostly though, it is the fear of the beloved's hope. It is bread from the love of the Crew, and it is perpetuated by our history.
Tom Haudricourt feels our pain:
Brewers left no runners on base today. You don't see that very often. Four hitters reached, one was knocked in, 3 DPs nixed the others.
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Joel Piniero pitches 3-hitter, recording 18 groundball outs. Only batter to reach base in last 4 IPs was Parra on strikeout/wild pitch.
Brewers BP has thrown for the cycle in 8th: single, triple, walk, double, homer. No outs. Turned 1-0 lead into 5-1 deficit. What a debacle.
It takes Carlos Villanueva two batters to undo what Parra accomplished. Single by Schumaker, RBI triple by Ryan. 1-1 and Villanueva is out.
Parra's pitching line in first start since being recalled from AAA: 7 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 7 K. That'll work. I'd say he's refocused.
Heck of a pitchers' duel between Brewers' Parra and Cards' Piniero. Brewers lead, 1-0, through 6 innings. Each team has three hits.
Infielder Bill Hall is not on the Brewers' bench today. He left because of a death in the family.
Gorgeous day at Miller Park. Roof open Sunny skies. Shadows for the hitters to deal with. Oh, that's right, they don't like that.
We are sliding and skidding toward a downward spiral. Like Sam said, we must do something.
Sam had a post that I really liked today. Read it HERE. He raises a pertinent question and a critical point. What is most striking though, is his tone. It echoes the sentiments of Brewer's fans for the last 20+ years. Part of it is Disappointment. Part of it is gut wrenching sickness. Mostly though, it is the fear of the beloved's hope. It is bread from the love of the Crew, and it is perpetuated by our history.
Tom Haudricourt feels our pain:
Brewers left no runners on base today. You don't see that very often. Four hitters reached, one was knocked in, 3 DPs nixed the others.
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Joel Piniero pitches 3-hitter, recording 18 groundball outs. Only batter to reach base in last 4 IPs was Parra on strikeout/wild pitch.
Brewers BP has thrown for the cycle in 8th: single, triple, walk, double, homer. No outs. Turned 1-0 lead into 5-1 deficit. What a debacle.
It takes Carlos Villanueva two batters to undo what Parra accomplished. Single by Schumaker, RBI triple by Ryan. 1-1 and Villanueva is out.
Parra's pitching line in first start since being recalled from AAA: 7 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 7 K. That'll work. I'd say he's refocused.
Heck of a pitchers' duel between Brewers' Parra and Cards' Piniero. Brewers lead, 1-0, through 6 innings. Each team has three hits.
Infielder Bill Hall is not on the Brewers' bench today. He left because of a death in the family.
Gorgeous day at Miller Park. Roof open Sunny skies. Shadows for the hitters to deal with. Oh, that's right, they don't like that.
We are sliding and skidding toward a downward spiral. Like Sam said, we must do something.
Trade: Pitching or Batting?
I'm going to write a short one today. Do the Brewers really nice pitching that bad? It was the 3rd time in the last 7 games in which a Brewers starter allowed 1 ER or less that the Brewers end up losing. Parra pitched incredibly today with a final line of 110 Pitches, 77 for strikes in 7 innings with 7 strikeouts. Yet, the Brewers' bullpen falters, which doesn't happen often. But then again, how can you score just one run on offense and expect to win?
If the Brewers want to contend at all (they haven't been looking like a contender for weeks now), they need to do a major overhaul. Enough of all this buyers vs. sellers stuff, can't the Brewers do both.
The Brewers now have a lot of expendable players, whether you think so or not. Melvin thought about moving Cameron before the season. Hart and Hardy have both been in talks. Put those three in a package deal for a good starter and a single outfield replacement (given that either Gerut or Catalanotta can combine to fill one outfield positon and you bring up Escobar to fill-in for Hardy) in a two or three team trade, it could be possible. Even if Escobar bats .200 for the entire rest of the season, it won't be that much of a drop-off the way Hardy has been playing and from what I hear, the defense should be an upgrade.
I'm absolutely tired of the way the Brewers have been playing. We would be the same team offensively if we got rid of everyone besides Prince and Braun (Ok, McGehee can stay too). Maybe its just the sour taste in my mouth after todays loss, but HOW LONG IS THIS GOING TO GO ON?!
If something isn't done right now, I can see the Brewers slipping harder and faster.
/rant
If the Brewers want to contend at all (they haven't been looking like a contender for weeks now), they need to do a major overhaul. Enough of all this buyers vs. sellers stuff, can't the Brewers do both.
The Brewers now have a lot of expendable players, whether you think so or not. Melvin thought about moving Cameron before the season. Hart and Hardy have both been in talks. Put those three in a package deal for a good starter and a single outfield replacement (given that either Gerut or Catalanotta can combine to fill one outfield positon and you bring up Escobar to fill-in for Hardy) in a two or three team trade, it could be possible. Even if Escobar bats .200 for the entire rest of the season, it won't be that much of a drop-off the way Hardy has been playing and from what I hear, the defense should be an upgrade.
I'm absolutely tired of the way the Brewers have been playing. We would be the same team offensively if we got rid of everyone besides Prince and Braun (Ok, McGehee can stay too). Maybe its just the sour taste in my mouth after todays loss, but HOW LONG IS THIS GOING TO GO ON?!
If something isn't done right now, I can see the Brewers slipping harder and faster.
/rant
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
I Can't Get Enough, Can You?
I have posted quite a bit about the love problems between Doug Melvin and Ryan Braun.
And now I get to post more.
Miller Park Drunk has provided us with a totally irrelevant, totally hilarious, totally fake conversation between Braun and Melvin. Photos included.
CHECK IT HERE. I dare you. I double dare you.
And now I get to post more.
Miller Park Drunk has provided us with a totally irrelevant, totally hilarious, totally fake conversation between Braun and Melvin. Photos included.
CHECK IT HERE. I dare you. I double dare you.
The Daily Grind Starring "A Feeling We Can All Feel Deep Inside"
(Photo Credit / JSOnline)Story: The Brewers are sliding entering the All-Star break, and it doesn't feel very good.
Story: Michael Hunt tells us what we already know. A deal could certainly heal our pitching woes.
Photo Gallery: Brewer's, Cards - July 7.
Audio: Post-game interviews with Yo, Macha and Cameron.
Check it: Brew Crew Ball gives us our Wednesday Mug, with some umpire trials and tribulations.
Check it: With trade demands and possible deals coming to possible fruition, minor league notes are more relevant than ever.
Check it: Is Para coming back?
Check it: Awwwwww shittttttt. Brauny has a new REMTEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Karma? Baseball Gods?
This a little bit of Cub bashing, but sometimes when your team is losing, you have to just suck it up, ignore your own problems and make fun of the "worst team in baseball."
Ryan Dempster could be out a month after breaking his toe in his most recent win against the Brewers.
Take a look at this story HERE.
Suck it Cubs
Ryan Dempster could be out a month after breaking his toe in his most recent win against the Brewers.
Take a look at this story HERE.
Suck it Cubs
The Odd Couple: Braun and Melvin
Brewer's lost again last night. Is the Drama helping or hurting?
"Melvin called Braun's words "uncharacteristic, inappropriate and irresponsible," implying — in a reasonable tone — the 25-year-old All-Star should swing the bat, be quiet, lead by example and stop being a pre-prima donna."
Yahoo Sport's MLB blog Big League Stew posted this story today, on the continuing dram-fest within the Crew's organization.
FIGURE IT OUT. Trade for Halladay and be done with this.
"Melvin called Braun's words "uncharacteristic, inappropriate and irresponsible," implying — in a reasonable tone — the 25-year-old All-Star should swing the bat, be quiet, lead by example and stop being a pre-prima donna."
Yahoo Sport's MLB blog Big League Stew posted this story today, on the continuing dram-fest within the Crew's organization.
FIGURE IT OUT. Trade for Halladay and be done with this.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Clash of the Aces: Parra returning, DeRosa to the DL and Melvin should call up Blue Jays GM Ricciardi
The Brewers have posted a starting lineup for tonights game (via Tom H):
2B Craig Counsell
SS J.J. Hardy
LF Ryan Braun
1B Prince Fielder
3B Casey McGehee
CF Mike Cameron
RF Corey Hart
C Jason Kendall
RHP Yovani Gallardo
The Cardinals have yet to give a lineup, but should be up shortly.
In other Cardinals news, they have sent the newly acquired Mark DeRosa to the DL as a "precautionary move." That move has yet to work out for the Cards. He's 0-9 since coming to St. Louis. Its too bad that the Chicago fans won't get to hear DeRosa's name called when the Cards go to Wrigley later this week, I know a lot of Cubs fans are salty about the departure of DeRosa and are even more ticked that he is now a Cardinal.
Tom H. also notes that Parra has to be returning to the Brewers this week, as the Nashville Sounds announced their rotation for this week, and Parra is not on it.
Tonight's ballgame should be good baseball. Gallardo needs to be who he is and keep the Brewers in the game, at least to keep Ryan Braun's mouth from going off about not being "in" games and always having to come from behind. Wainwright has the same record (8-5) as Gallardo, but a 3.32 ERA compared to Gallardo's 2.75 ERA. Not really significant differences when you consider that runs are whole numbers and don't stop at the hundredths decimal place.
Braun and Melvin are planning to meet (if they already haven't) to discuss the media war they've waged against eachother over the last couple days. I hope its resolved and we don't have to hear about it again unless the Brewers go on a steak and we can say "Braun sparked a hot streak." I have a feeling that his comments were heard by McClung and Burns, who are most likely who Braun called inferior to the Cubs pitching staff on Sunday.
The Toronto Blue Jays GM J.P. Ricciardi says they will "listen to offers" regarding Roy Halladay. He has another year on his contract, so if he were traded he wouldn't just be a summer rental. The bad news is that he has a no-trade clause and could decline any and every move if he wanted. I think that Halladay could be the piece that the Brewers are missing and could help make next year's squad as much as this years. His contract isn't much more than Suppan's too (which is still way to much), but I think Melvin should look into it. No doubt we'd have to give up some big time players or prospects. We might have to think about trading away the "untouchables," in Gamel or Escobar, but it would probably be worth it for the 2003 Cy Young winner.
Edited to add: MLB Trade Rumors posted that Buster Olney says that the Brewers and Phillies are best suited to acquire Halladay.
2B Craig Counsell
SS J.J. Hardy
LF Ryan Braun
1B Prince Fielder
3B Casey McGehee
CF Mike Cameron
RF Corey Hart
C Jason Kendall
RHP Yovani Gallardo
The Cardinals have yet to give a lineup, but should be up shortly.
In other Cardinals news, they have sent the newly acquired Mark DeRosa to the DL as a "precautionary move." That move has yet to work out for the Cards. He's 0-9 since coming to St. Louis. Its too bad that the Chicago fans won't get to hear DeRosa's name called when the Cards go to Wrigley later this week, I know a lot of Cubs fans are salty about the departure of DeRosa and are even more ticked that he is now a Cardinal.
Tom H. also notes that Parra has to be returning to the Brewers this week, as the Nashville Sounds announced their rotation for this week, and Parra is not on it.
Tonight's ballgame should be good baseball. Gallardo needs to be who he is and keep the Brewers in the game, at least to keep Ryan Braun's mouth from going off about not being "in" games and always having to come from behind. Wainwright has the same record (8-5) as Gallardo, but a 3.32 ERA compared to Gallardo's 2.75 ERA. Not really significant differences when you consider that runs are whole numbers and don't stop at the hundredths decimal place.
Braun and Melvin are planning to meet (if they already haven't) to discuss the media war they've waged against eachother over the last couple days. I hope its resolved and we don't have to hear about it again unless the Brewers go on a steak and we can say "Braun sparked a hot streak." I have a feeling that his comments were heard by McClung and Burns, who are most likely who Braun called inferior to the Cubs pitching staff on Sunday.
The Toronto Blue Jays GM J.P. Ricciardi says they will "listen to offers" regarding Roy Halladay. He has another year on his contract, so if he were traded he wouldn't just be a summer rental. The bad news is that he has a no-trade clause and could decline any and every move if he wanted. I think that Halladay could be the piece that the Brewers are missing and could help make next year's squad as much as this years. His contract isn't much more than Suppan's too (which is still way to much), but I think Melvin should look into it. No doubt we'd have to give up some big time players or prospects. We might have to think about trading away the "untouchables," in Gamel or Escobar, but it would probably be worth it for the 2003 Cy Young winner.
Edited to add: MLB Trade Rumors posted that Buster Olney says that the Brewers and Phillies are best suited to acquire Halladay.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Braun v. Melvin (2009)
As noted this morning, there has been some news on the off-day about Braun's post-game comments. Well, Doug Melvin indeed heard those comments and is quite "ticked off." I think that there just might not be too much in other news as ESPN is busy providing coverage on the story too. Anways, we'll see how this feud resolves. Last year after the Fielder/Parra eruption in the dugout the Brewers came off in a hot streak. Let's hope we can finish strong with St. Louis and Los Angeles coming into town.
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Weekend in Review
As Mike posted Earlier today, it was a disappointing weekend series against our southern rivals, the Chicago Cubs. On Wednesday of this last week, Tom Haudricourt of the MJS commented on the fact that the Brewers went into a 9-game home stand in second place in the NL Central, finished 5-4 and emerged in first place. Is the division really that weak?
Maybe, maybe not. More likely though, the answer is maybe. The Crew went 1-4 against the Cubs this weekend, who before the series started were second to last in total runs scored in the entire major leagues. Against the Brewers rotation (which mind you contained Seth McClung and Mike Burns) the chubs put up 21 runs in four games. Embarrassing.
And so the Brewers emerge second in the division a game behind St. Louis, while the Cubs are now only 2.5 back of the Cards. The saddest part is that every team in the central has a shot. The Pirates sit dead last and yet they're only 7 games out. If Cincinati and Houston figure things out they are just as likely to make their own surges at three and four games out, respectively.
Sometimes there are no answers to these things. Sometimes there are. And this time we all know the answer. It's just nice to hear Ryan Braun say it rather than we normal folk and our blogs.
His frustration mirrors Brewer Nation. (quotes courtesy of the AP):
“Their starting pitching is a lot better than ours,” Braun said after the Brewers were beaten 8-2 Sunday. “They threw the ball a lot better than our starters did. They certainly swung the bats better than we did. Clearly they were the better team. It’s nice to get the one win but they clearly outplayed us and outperformed us all series.”
“No matter who is in there, we have to find a way to throw the ball better for us to have success,” said Braun. “I think when you’re constantly behind in games, it’s not easy and it’s not fun. Their starting pitcher was clearly better than ours this series.”
Tom Haudricourt summarized on twitter:
"After Brewers drop 3 of 4 to Cubs, all-star LF Ryan Braun says he'd like the team to make a trade for a pitcher. 'The sooner, the better.'"
"Trevor Hoffman not on NL all-star staff despite these numbers: 18 for 19 in saves, 1.93 ERA in 24 games, .205 OBA. Did miss most of April."
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All things aside, the Baseball Gods have given us a chance to redeem ourselves. The Crew begin a three game series with St. Louis tomorrow. As long as Yo goes five strong tomorrow, we may be able to heave a small sigh of relief and brace ourselves for what could be total disaster (the starter for Thursday's game is still TBA).
Until tomorrow, just remember: sun's out, gun's out.
Maybe, maybe not. More likely though, the answer is maybe. The Crew went 1-4 against the Cubs this weekend, who before the series started were second to last in total runs scored in the entire major leagues. Against the Brewers rotation (which mind you contained Seth McClung and Mike Burns) the chubs put up 21 runs in four games. Embarrassing.
And so the Brewers emerge second in the division a game behind St. Louis, while the Cubs are now only 2.5 back of the Cards. The saddest part is that every team in the central has a shot. The Pirates sit dead last and yet they're only 7 games out. If Cincinati and Houston figure things out they are just as likely to make their own surges at three and four games out, respectively.
Sometimes there are no answers to these things. Sometimes there are. And this time we all know the answer. It's just nice to hear Ryan Braun say it rather than we normal folk and our blogs.
His frustration mirrors Brewer Nation. (quotes courtesy of the AP):
“Their starting pitching is a lot better than ours,” Braun said after the Brewers were beaten 8-2 Sunday. “They threw the ball a lot better than our starters did. They certainly swung the bats better than we did. Clearly they were the better team. It’s nice to get the one win but they clearly outplayed us and outperformed us all series.”
“No matter who is in there, we have to find a way to throw the ball better for us to have success,” said Braun. “I think when you’re constantly behind in games, it’s not easy and it’s not fun. Their starting pitcher was clearly better than ours this series.”
Tom Haudricourt summarized on twitter:
"After Brewers drop 3 of 4 to Cubs, all-star LF Ryan Braun says he'd like the team to make a trade for a pitcher. 'The sooner, the better.'"
"Trevor Hoffman not on NL all-star staff despite these numbers: 18 for 19 in saves, 1.93 ERA in 24 games, .205 OBA. Did miss most of April."
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All things aside, the Baseball Gods have given us a chance to redeem ourselves. The Crew begin a three game series with St. Louis tomorrow. As long as Yo goes five strong tomorrow, we may be able to heave a small sigh of relief and brace ourselves for what could be total disaster (the starter for Thursday's game is still TBA).
Until tomorrow, just remember: sun's out, gun's out.
Stating His Case(y)
It's official - that was a disappointing series in Chicago. I suppose the prospects were never very bright when you consider McClung and Burns were each scheduled to take the hill. Clearly, this team needs to figure out a way to shore up the starting rotation. If you are looking for a silver lining in this sloppy weekend, it has to be the continued play of Casey McGehee. I posted earlier in the week on Casey's chance to burn his former club - and he took the most of the opportunity.
McGehee's statistics for the four game series at ChC:
9 for 19, .473 AVG
1 HR
6 RBI
Not a bad way to show the Cubbies they might have let a pretty good one get away. That being said - here's to hoping the Cubs aren't feeling a little bit rejuvenated after an offensive surge this weekend.
McGehee's statistics for the four game series at ChC:
9 for 19, .473 AVG
1 HR
6 RBI
Not a bad way to show the Cubbies they might have let a pretty good one get away. That being said - here's to hoping the Cubs aren't feeling a little bit rejuvenated after an offensive surge this weekend.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Today's Lineup: Afternoon game featuring "temper tantrum" versus "might as well be batting practice"
Here's the Brewers lineup today via Witrado:
C Jason Kendall
2B Craig Counsell
LF Ryan Braun
1B Prince Fielder
3B Casey McGehee
CF Mike Cameron
RF Corey Hart
SS JJ Hardy
P Jeff Suppan
Here's the Cubs lineup via Bleed Cubbie Blue:
Soriano – LF
Theriot – SS
Lee – 1B
Bradley – RF
Fox – 3B
Fukudome – CF
Fontenot – 2B
Hill – C
Zambrano – P
So its Suppan vs. Zambrano today. I think I can speak for both clubs in saying we don't really want to watch either pitcher pitch today. Big Z in winless in his last 4 starts and basically made a joke of himself this season thus far. Suppan is, well.... Suppan.
I don't really know what to say about the upcoming game today after last nights slaying from Derek Lee. The final score of 9-5 was closer than it seemed, as it was over after Derek Lee had 7 RBI in his first 2 ABs. One highlight was how the Brewers were able to keep trying at it and were able to at least score those 5 runs.
It looks like McClung probably won't make another start as an off-day would off-set his spot in the rotation. I'm unsure of why Macha would put Kendall in front of Counsell, as the only other times Kendall has led off this season was when Counsell was not starting. I also think that McGehee and Counsell should switch positions. We saw in the Mets' series that McGehee's throwing arm leaves something to be desired as the old Gary Sheffield beat out a throw from him. Counsell is by far better defensively and would have less moving around at 3B than 2B. But thats just me, I'm not Ken Macha or Counsell or McGehee.
I also don't know why Lou pulled Fuld out of the lineup for Soriano and the same with Soto, who had a slow start to the season but hit a HR last night.
C Jason Kendall
2B Craig Counsell
LF Ryan Braun
1B Prince Fielder
3B Casey McGehee
CF Mike Cameron
RF Corey Hart
SS JJ Hardy
P Jeff Suppan
Here's the Cubs lineup via Bleed Cubbie Blue:
Soriano – LF
Theriot – SS
Lee – 1B
Bradley – RF
Fox – 3B
Fukudome – CF
Fontenot – 2B
Hill – C
Zambrano – P
So its Suppan vs. Zambrano today. I think I can speak for both clubs in saying we don't really want to watch either pitcher pitch today. Big Z in winless in his last 4 starts and basically made a joke of himself this season thus far. Suppan is, well.... Suppan.
I don't really know what to say about the upcoming game today after last nights slaying from Derek Lee. The final score of 9-5 was closer than it seemed, as it was over after Derek Lee had 7 RBI in his first 2 ABs. One highlight was how the Brewers were able to keep trying at it and were able to at least score those 5 runs.
It looks like McClung probably won't make another start as an off-day would off-set his spot in the rotation. I'm unsure of why Macha would put Kendall in front of Counsell, as the only other times Kendall has led off this season was when Counsell was not starting. I also think that McGehee and Counsell should switch positions. We saw in the Mets' series that McGehee's throwing arm leaves something to be desired as the old Gary Sheffield beat out a throw from him. Counsell is by far better defensively and would have less moving around at 3B than 2B. But thats just me, I'm not Ken Macha or Counsell or McGehee.
I also don't know why Lou pulled Fuld out of the lineup for Soriano and the same with Soto, who had a slow start to the season but hit a HR last night.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Tom's Twittering Tweets: Game in Progress
Brewers are currently going for the sweep against the Met's and their "B" team, but already through six innings of play, Yo has recorded 9 Ks on 80 pitches and only one walk.
Tom Haudricourt has been tweeting a little during the game. Here is what he has to say:
Mets break through first in Gallardo-Pelfrey scoreless duel when Church singles in Castillo in the sixth inning. 1-0 New York.
With the count 3-2 on Braun in 4th, home plate ump has loose contact fixed by trainer. After lengthy delay, Braun singles to short.
Yovani Gallardo allows no 1st inning runs by the Mets but throws 24 pitches to get three outs.
Brewers GM Doug Melvin said he has no interest in RHP Brandon Backe, recently released by Houston. Melvin is looking for a pitcher though.
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Manuel said yesterday Wright wouldn't be in Mets lineup today but he is. MLB might have requested he include one bona fide big-leaguer.
Tom Haudricourt has been tweeting a little during the game. Here is what he has to say:
Mets break through first in Gallardo-Pelfrey scoreless duel when Church singles in Castillo in the sixth inning. 1-0 New York.
With the count 3-2 on Braun in 4th, home plate ump has loose contact fixed by trainer. After lengthy delay, Braun singles to short.
Yovani Gallardo allows no 1st inning runs by the Mets but throws 24 pitches to get three outs.
Brewers GM Doug Melvin said he has no interest in RHP Brandon Backe, recently released by Houston. Melvin is looking for a pitcher though.
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Manuel said yesterday Wright wouldn't be in Mets lineup today but he is. MLB might have requested he include one bona fide big-leaguer.
Phenomenal Swag
Yea, I stole the title of this post. J.E. Skeets, who runs my favorite NBA blog over at Yahoo, is always looking for interesting and awesome basketball merchandise around the internet, and aptly calls it "Phenomenal Swag." Today, I did the same. I have been scavenging the internets, and here is the phenomenal Brewer swag I have found:
The shirt says, "Hoping for a Happy Ending" and portrays one of the sausages getting ready for a massage. Check it out HERE.
Can you really beat a Milwaukee Brewer's Garden Gnome? Click HERE to check it out.
This shirt speaks for itself. I suggest you buy one HERE.
This link right HERE has some of the best shirts I've seen in a little while.
Great Logo. Check it HERE.
The shirt says, "Hoping for a Happy Ending" and portrays one of the sausages getting ready for a massage. Check it out HERE.
Can you really beat a Milwaukee Brewer's Garden Gnome? Click HERE to check it out.
This shirt speaks for itself. I suggest you buy one HERE.
This link right HERE has some of the best shirts I've seen in a little while.
Great Logo. Check it HERE.
One Team's Trash....
One of the most interesting sub-plots developing on this year's squad is the recent offensive surge provided by Casey McGehee. McGehee has suddenly become a vital cog in the Milwaukee order, occupying the ever important fifth spot that serves as protection for Prince Fielder. This impact was on full display Monday night, as the Mets choose to walk Fielder with two outs to load the bases for the rookie third baseman. McGehee promptly responded with his first career grand slam - atoning for a earlier error in dramatic fashion. Currently riding a .325 average with 5 HR/21 RBI, the Brewers might have found a diamond in the rough - and one that was cast off by their bitter division rivals. McGehee had toiled away in the Chicago Cubs farm system since 2003, finally earning a September call-up last season. After the 2008 season, the Cubs gave up on him - and Doug Melvin picked him off waivers. Wouldn't it be something if McGehee continued to put up solid numbers, especially considering the anemic state of the Cubs offense? Combined with the fact that ex-Cub Mark DeRosa was just aquired by the Cardinals, you have to think there are some North Siders scratching their heads over GM Jim Hendry's player evaluation methods. DeRosa is putting up big numbers as well (his 50 RBI would lead the Cubs by a long shot), and the Cubs continue to flounder with the bats. This weekend the Crew finally takes the trip down I-94 to Wrigley Field - and nothing would please me more than to see Casey McGehee do a little damage against the organization that wouldn't give him a chance.
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