http://onmilwaukee.com/rss/rss_sports.xml Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Sports en-us Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:15:02 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://onmilwaukee.com/images/layout/omc_rssfeed_logo.gif http://onmilwaukee.com 204 67 The Packers did not earn many style points Sunday at Seattle's Qwest Field. Of course, they aren't really in a position to worry about aesthetics. All that matters in Green Bay is that a 27-17 victory over the depleted, defeated Seahawks left Green Bay in a tie for first place with Chicago and Minnesota. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gbreplay101308.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gbreplay101308.html?16925 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 05:24:00 CST In the future, people will remember the 2008 Brewers as the team that snapped the franchise's postseason drought. With the Badgers playing their way out of bowl contention, the Bucks stumbling through the preseason and the Packers still trying to get on track under Aaron Rodgers, why not take one look back at the Brewers' long, strange trip. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersreview101208.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersreview101208.html?16923 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 08:14:00 CST While Brewers fans continue to fantasize about the club signing CC Sabathia, another important free agent is hanging out at home in Hartland, waiting for the phone to ring. Pitching coach Mike Maddux's contract with the team is set to expire and -- depending what happens with the manager -- it's uncertain whether he will return to the club next season. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard101108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard101108.html?16922 Sat, 11 Oct 2008 14:23:00 CST Chad Clifton has drawn criticism from reporters, fans and even his coaches in recent weeks, but he's not making excuses. "The past few games, yeah, I've struggled. I haven't had my best games," Clifton said. "No question about that. I definitely need to play better... Point-blank, it boils down to this: I need to play better. I have to step up my game." http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packersclifton100908.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packersclifton100908.html?16904 Thu, 9 Oct 2008 16:29:00 CST Packers coach Mike McCarthy met with reporters Wednesday in Green Bay. Here is a transcript from packers.com. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packpresser100808.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packpresser100808.html?16893 Wed, 8 Oct 2008 17:35:00 CST While Prince Fielder and the Brewers watched an encouraging season sputter to a close with a loss to Philadelphia Sunday at Miller Park, the underdog Atlanta Falcons ran over and around the Packers, who suffered their third straight loss. The only thing that could have made things worse for local sports viewers was getting ptomaine poisoning from the ham and cheese sandwich. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/begel100708.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/begel100708.html?16862 Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:22:00 CST I had hoped to write this final Brewers playoff blog in a few weeks. But while my heart thought we'd go all the way, my brain knew a little better. And with Jeff Suppan taking the mound yesterday, these thoughts started swirling early. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/finalplayoffmusings.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/finalplayoffmusings.html?16858 Mon, 6 Oct 2008 10:34:00 CST The Brewers didn't win and their playoff run came to a grinding halt at Miller Park on Sunday, but, nonetheless, the atmosphere in the stadium was amazing and the thunderous crowd rattled the closed roof. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/playoffvibe.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/playoffvibe.html?16857 Mon, 6 Oct 2008 08:55:00 CST A punchless offense brought the Brewers' postseason to a screeching halt. Now, it's time to reevaluate what went wrong, what worked and who will be back next year when Milwaukee tries to take the next step towards a championship. At the top of the to-do list: extending general manager Doug Melvin's deal and deciding whether or not to retain Dale Sveum. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersnotebook100608.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersnotebook100608.html?16856 Mon, 6 Oct 2008 08:19:00 CST When the Brewers signed veteran right-hander Jeff Suppan to a four-year, $42 million contract before the 2007 season, they were banking on his experience and reputation as a "big-game" pitcher. In one of the bigger games in 26 years, Suppan came up short and doomed the club to a season-ending 6-2 loss to Philadelphia. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersgame4suppan.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersgame4suppan.html?16853 Sun, 5 Oct 2008 17:43:00 CST So ends the ride ... Jeff Suppan failed to deliver in the type of situation the Brewers signed him to handle. He surrendered three home runs in a three-inning effort. The Milwaukee bats failed to show up once again and the end result was a 6-2 loss to Philadelphia in Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Miller Park. The Phillies advance to face Los Angeles in the NLCS. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsgame3recap.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsgame3recap.html?16852 Sun, 5 Oct 2008 15:00:00 CST Brewers second baseman Rickie Weeks tore the meniscus in his left knee Saturday night and will undergo surgery. Rookie infielder Alcides Escobar will replace Weeks on the roster. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/weeksinjury.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/weeksinjury.html?16850 Sun, 5 Oct 2008 10:49:00 CST Ray Durham and Craig Counsell are in the starting lineup for the Brewers as they prepare to face Joe Blanton and the Phillies. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/game4starters.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/game4starters.html?16851 Sun, 5 Oct 2008 09:35:00 CST Jeff Suppan came to Milwaukee with a reputation as a "big game" pitcher. He'll get a chance to live up to that billing when he starts Game 4 of the National League Division Series against Philadelphia Sunday afternoon at Miller Park. The Brewers trail the best-of-five series, 2-1. A victory will force a decisive game Tuesday night in Philadelphia. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/suppangame4preview.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/suppangame4preview.html?16844 Sun, 5 Oct 2008 06:29:00 CST After sputtering through September and their first two games in the playoffs, the Brewers -- led by leadoff man Mike Cameron (pictured) showed patience at the plate and were rewarded with a 4-1 victory over Philadelphia in Game 3 of the National League Division Series Saturday night at Miller Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersoffensegame4.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersoffensegame4.html?16845 Sun, 5 Oct 2008 00:30:00 CST Discipline and patience haven't been hallmarks of the Brewers' offense this season. Against Philadelphia lefty Jamie Moyer, those two virtues paid off as the Brewers rattled off 11 hits and stayed alive in the National League Division Series with a 4-1 victory at Miller Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100408.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100408.html?16847 Sat, 4 Oct 2008 23:55:00 CST George Bush bailed out Wall Street. With his team facing elimination, Dave Bush did the same for the Brewers. The right-hander allowed a run on five hits over 5 2/3 innings to keep the Brewers alive in the NLDS. The Game 3 start, though, was just another stop on a season-long odyssey for Bush. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/davebush100408.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/davebush100408.html?16846 Sat, 4 Oct 2008 23:50:00 CST With a strong start from Dave Bush and an opportunistic offense led by Mike Cameron, Bill Hall and J.J. Hardy (pictured), the Brewers take a 4-1 victory over Philadelphia in Game 3 of the National League Division Series. Game 4 is slated for noon Sunday. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewphilsgame3.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewphilsgame3.html?16843 Sat, 4 Oct 2008 21:10:00 CST Phillies lefty Jamie Moyer is a tough competitor, but FSN Wisconsin analyst Jeff Cirillo thinks that Dave Bush and some smart offense will help the Brewers win Game 3 of the National League Division Series tonight at Miller Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillogame3preview.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillogame3preview.html?16842 Sat, 4 Oct 2008 15:35:00 CST Two games into their first playoff run in 26 years and facing the threat of elimination in Game 3 against Philadelphia, the Brewers found themselves talking about 1982. Though they respect franchise history, they'd like to forge an identity of their own. Bench coach Robin Yount, a key figure on the '82 team, wants to help. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard100408.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard100408.html?16840 Sat, 4 Oct 2008 10:15:00 CST Former Brewers outfielder Geoff Jenkins, who now plays for Philadelphia, expects a lively atmosphere when his new team meets his former team in Game 3 of the National League Division Series. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jenkinsoffdaypresser.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jenkinsoffdaypresser.html?16839 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 16:26:00 CST The top sports story of September is a no-brainer. The Brewers' roller coaster ride to the post-season as the National League Wild Card is an easy choice. After blowing a 5 ½-game lead, the Brewers went down to the last game on Sunday, won by a great pitching performance by CC Sabathia and a clutch home run by Ryan Braun. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/top5sportsoctober08.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/top5sportsoctober08.html?16819 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 16:12:00 CST Brewers manager Dale Sveum told the media that he does not plan major changes heading into Game 3 of the NLDS. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sveumoffdaypresser.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sveumoffdaypresser.html?16838 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 16:06:00 CST The Brewers were the latest team to head to Philadelphia for postseason play, only to leave heartbroken. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/phillyplayoffdisasters.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/phillyplayoffdisasters.html?16836 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 15:23:00 CST Popularity of the marathon has exploded over the past few years, and this weekend's Lakefront Marathon is a prime example. This year's race expanded by 10 percent to accommodate 2,750 runners, and it still reached capacity in record time nearly four months ago. Now it has attracted the holder of the fifth fastest American marathon in history. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/lakefrontmarathon.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/lakefrontmarathon.html?16828 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 15:19:00 CST Longtime Brewers radio announcer Bob Uecker will throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the game. We've got that and other notes inside... http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/ueckerfirstpitchnotes.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/ueckerfirstpitchnotes.html?16837 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 14:21:00 CST CC Sabathia didn't pitch badly in Game 2, but the Phillies did a good job of capitalizing on his mistakes. The Brewers, meanwhile, continue to show a lack of patience and Philadelphia right-hander Brett Myers capitalized. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillogame2.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillogame2.html?16795 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 14:08:00 CST Milwaukee-based Banshee Music is out with a new tune called "Going, Going, Braun!" http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/goingbraun.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/goingbraun.html?16813 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 14:00:00 CST Barring a miraculous turnaround, CC Sabathia is unlikely to make another start as a Brewer. After flat-out dominating the NL for three months, he melted down in the NLDS at Philly. So was he worth giving up two top prospects? You be the judge. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/wasccworthit100308.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/wasccworthit100308.html?16833 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 12:33:00 CST Yesterday, I posted some questions that were brewing in my head as the Brewers prepared to take the mound for Game 2. Today, unfortunately, I have some answers. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/fridayplayoffmusings.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/fridayplayoffmusings.html?16825 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 09:56:00 CST A lack of consistent hitting has been problematic for the Brewers all season. But even after a downright brutal September, the offense has gotten even worse for the Brewers in the playoffs -- they've managed just three runs on seven hits while falling behind, 2-0, to the Phillies. And nobody has struggled more than right fielder Corey Hart. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100308.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100308.html?16822 Fri, 3 Oct 2008 06:37:00 CST CC Sabathia has been as dominant as any pitcher in baseball since joining the Brewers in early July. The dominance came to an end Thursday, when he lasted just 3 2/3 innings and allowed five runs on six hits -- all for extra bases -- including a grand slam as the Brewers fell, 5-2 to the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsgame2recap100208.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsgame2recap100208.html?16815 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 19:03:00 CST Right-hander Dave Bush will get the start for Milwaukee Saturday when the National League Division Series moves to Miller Park. After dropping the first two games in Philadelphia, the Brewers will need a victory to stave off elimination. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100208.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100208.html?16814 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 18:13:00 CST Upon moving to the Philadelphia area over Labor Day weekend I was indifferent towards the Phillies and their fans. Like the rest of Brewers Nation I have been focused on our team's run at the postseason. Plus, hatred of the Cubs and their fans has nothing to do with one's proximity to Chicago, where I most recently lived. I detest them now as much as ever. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/wisphilly.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/wisphilly.html?16823 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 17:14:00 CST I've got a lot of my mind right now, and almost all of it is centered around the Brewers. I'll tell you one thing, I don't know all the answers this week. But I do have plenty of questions. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/playoffmusings.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/playoffmusings.html?16810 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 15:51:00 CST The 2000 Angels had their Rally Monkey. Looking through my Brewers photo gallery, I just remembered that Milwaukee has (or had) the Brewers Monkey. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersmonkey.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersmonkey.html?16808 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 14:22:00 CST With right-hander Brett Meyers on the mound for Philadelphia, Ray Durham and Craig Counsell are back in the Brewers lineup for Game 2 of the NLDS. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewerslineup100208.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewerslineup100208.html?16809 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 13:47:00 CST Former Brewers star Jeff Cirillo, now providing post-game analysis for the team's TV broadcasts, breaks down Game 1 of the NLDS in an OnMilwaukee.com exclusive. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillogame1blog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/cirillogame1blog.html?16835 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 11:54:00 CST Yesterday in this space I questioned: Cole Hamels: ace or ass? Clearly I am the ass ... The happiest ass in Virginia. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/philliesgameonerecap.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/philliesgameonerecap.html?16799 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 09:34:00 CST Down 1-0 in the National League Division Series, the Brewers are once again placing their hopes on CC Sabathia, who will pitch for the fourth straight time on just three days' rest. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sabathia100208.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/sabathia100208.html?16796 Thu, 2 Oct 2008 05:06:00 CST Yovani Gallardo, in just his second start since returning from a season-long stint on the DL, was effective but once again, the Brewers' offense failed to produce in Game 1 of the National League Division Series in Philadephia. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsgame1recap100108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsgame1recap100108.html?16792 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 17:49:00 CST Almost a month ago, the Brewers hit rock-bottom after a four-game sweep by the Phillies at Citizens Bank Ballpark. Memories of that weekend remain, but interim manager Dale Sveum and general manager Doug Melvin say that the team playing in the NLDS and the team that got beat down that September weekend are vastly different. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/nldsnotes100108.html?16790 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 17:02:00 CST With their bats silenced by Phillies lefty Cole Hamels (pictured), the Brewers couldn't afford defensive miscues. They made a couple in the third inning that led to three runs in the third inning. That was all the Phillies needed. The Brewers made things interesting in the ninth, but they ended up losing, 3-1, in Game 1 of the National League Division Series. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewgame1liveblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewgame1liveblog.html?16789 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 16:47:00 CST I'm Tim Gutowski. You may remember me from such columns as "Davey Lopes: The next Joe Torre?" and "With Jimmy Haynes atop rotation, Crew sure to go far." Yes, it's been awhile, but I'm returning from my columnist emeritus status to share in the joy of the Brewers wild card season. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersinsanity.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewersinsanity.html?16782 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 16:11:00 CST For this first round of the playoffs, I'm saying the Brewers will beat the Phillies in four games. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/playoffpredictions.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/playoffpredictions.html?16788 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 12:33:00 CST Interim manager Dale Sveum didn't make many changes to his lineup as the Brewers get set to face Philadelphia lefty Cole Hamels in Game 1 of the NLDS today at 2 p.m. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewerslineup100108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewerslineup100108.html?16785 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 10:49:00 CST It may take a few innings today for Brewers fans to get used to the idea of their team being in the playoffs, but at least there will be a familiar voice in the booth calling the action on the nationally televised broadcast. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/andersontbs.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/andersontbs.html?16775 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 09:37:00 CST The Brewers and Phillies start their National League Division Series today at 2 p.m. Here are some nuts and bolts heading into the first pitch. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewplayoffthumb.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewplayoffthumb.html?16776 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 07:19:00 CST Yovani Gallardo went 9-5 in his rookie season, conjuring up images of a formidable 1-2 bunch atop the Brewers' rotation with Ben Sheets. A knee injury sidelined him after just three starts. The 22-year-old wasn't daunted by the setback and worked his way back, earning the start when the Brewers open the NLDS today in Philadelphia. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gallardo100108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/gallardo100108.html?16777 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 06:41:00 CST The day before the post season starts and everybody is jumping in with their picks. From what I hear on Philly sports radio, most Philly fans think the Phillies will win the series in three or four games. This should not surprise anyone. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/philliesphanhamels.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/philliesphanhamels.html?16772 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 22:33:00 CST