Amid abundance of highly touted young players, Milwaukee Brewers will also take a look at ‘older’ prospects

PHOENIX – Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy loves the young prospects in the club’s farm system, but he said some players take longer to blossom. He’s excited about some “older” prospects who could make their big league mark this season.

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy has reason to smile ahead of this upcoming regular season with a roster featuring youth and experience from players like Oliver Dunn and Janson Junk. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Bonded by baseball: 3 young Brewers fan battling illnesses forge friendship on spring training trip

PHOENIX – The Brewers welcomed three young Aurora Health Care patients who were nominated as the Aurora MVPs. The families visited spring training, bonding through their shared traumas and love.

The Milwaukee Brewers host Aurora Health Care's MVPs Brandon Krueger, Malakai Kaesermann and Evan Rennicke at spring training. (Photo courtesy of Aurora Health Care)

Skip to the Brew: Former ASU baseball coach Pat Murphy hired Milwaukee’s manager

PHOENIX – Pat Murphy left a long legacy for ASU baseball. Former players think he will do the same in Milwaukee as the Brewers’ new manager.

Former ASU baseball coach Pat Murphy.

Milwaukee Brewers, off to 2-1 start, excited about pitching staff

PHOENIX – 2021 Cy Young award winner Corbin Burnes earned the Opening Day starter spot for the Brew Crew as Milwaukee banks on pitching strength for the 2023 season.

Two-time All-Star and 2021 National League Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes is part of a hungry Milwaukee Brewers rotation that eyes the playoffs in 2023. (Photo by Robert Crompton/Cronkite News)

No time to lose: How MLB teams plan to beat the new pitch clock

PHOENIX – The introduction of the pitch clock has changed the game of baseball forever. From a strategic standpoint, clubs around the league shared a wide array of opinions regarding the significance of the difference.

Los Angeles Dodgers veteran Clayton Kershaw says the new pitch clock "won't matter" after adjusting to the rule changes in spring training. (Photo by Joe Eigo/Cronkite News)

Catching on: William Contreras settles in as long-term solution to Brewers’ backstop issues

PHOENIX – The Brewers have had problems at the catching position since Jonathan Lucroy departed in 2016. This offseason, the Brewers acquired 25-year-old All-Star catcher William Contreras from the Atlanta Braves. Five years left on his contract, he seems to be the long-term answer.

New Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras, who fills a long-standing void at the position, became a first-time All-Star in 2022. (Photo by Paul Schulz/Cronkite News)

‘Confidence is key’: Brewers young pitching staff gets sage advice from team veterans

PHOENIX – With a mix of veterans and rookies filling the clubhouse at American Family Fields of Phoenix, the light at the end of the tunnel lies with the success of the pitching staff. Although spring training games start Friday, the overall message in the clubhouse is to learn from the veterans while soaking in every moment to play at the major league level.

Brewers relief pitcher Hoby Milner, 32, didn't expect to make the 40-man roster during last year's spring training but played in the majors for the entire 2022 season. (Photo by Robert Crompton/Cronkite News)

High expectations: Brewers hope to make playoff push beginning with spring training

PHOENIX – With pitchers and catchers participating in the World Baseball Classic reporting to spring training Monday and position players Thursday, the Milwaukee Brewers have high expectations for new additions as well as returning players. However, one thing remains clear: Everyone is excited to be back together in Phoenix.


As MLB’s Opening Day nears, players believe more work is needed

PHOENIX – Opening Day is two days away after a lockout threatened the 2022 MLB season, but players still believe more work needs to be done.


Want to attend spring training? Cactus League teams begin to roll out plans

PHOENIX - As Cactus League teams begin to roll out spring training plans, questions about ticket sales and fan attendance remain.


New name, upgrades unveiled at Milwaukee Brewers’ Maryvale stadium

PHOENIX – After nearly 10 months of restorations, the Milwaukee Brewers unveiled changes to their spring training facility earlier this week, including a new name.