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Phillies’ Don Mattingly jokes he’s ‘tired’ of his son being his boss
After the Phillies’ 88‑win season fell short of a World Series title, manager Don Mattingly jokes he’s “tired” of taking orders from his son, VP/GM Preston Mattingly, during a recent MLB Network interview. He teased the ongoing debate over the team’s offseason moves, including a possible chase for Brewers closer Trevor Megill, and hinted at the challenges ahead with free‑agent targets, labor talks and Bryce Harper’s 2027 status. The candid exchange underscores the family dynamic shaping Philadelphia’s rebuild.
Dodgers’ perfect trade offer for Brewers’ Trevor Megill
The Dodgers could boost their bullpen by swapping right‑hander Emmet Sheehan for Brewers closer Trevor Megill. Megill posted a 2.63 ERA, 0.89 WHIP and 30 saves in 2026 and would give Los Angeles a proven late‑inning arm with three years of team control before free agency. In return, Milwaukee receives 26‑year‑old Sheehan, who threw 132 strikeouts over 112 ⅓ innings with a 4.57 ERA and remains under control through 2029, offering a potential rotation piece as the Brewers brace for the departures of Brandon Woodruff and Dustin May. The proposal weighs immediate bullpen strength against longer‑term starting depth, with both clubs needing to replace the talent they give up.
A’s First 2 Off-Season Additions Bode Well
The Oakland A's aim to reshape their roster by hiring two seasoned baseball executives: Cam Castro as GM and Taylor Smith as President of Baseball Operations. Both come from recent World Series teams—the Brewers and Rays—and bring deep experience in pitching development and analytics. Castro’s resume includes overseeing the Brewers' player development that turned raw arms into elite pitchers, while Smith’s background spans the frugal Rays and big‑market Red Sox. Their joint focus is to develop home‑grown talent like Luis Morales and Jack Perkins rather than trading away prospects, with the long‑term goal of making the A's a consistent postseason contender by 2027.
What would an extension for William Contreras look like?
After leading Milwaukee to a World Series win and earning MVP honors on Oct. 28, 2026, catcher William Contreras faces free agency in 2028. The Brewers, who picked up his $15.5 million 2027 option, must decide whether to lock him up long‑term as their farm system lacks a ready replacement—prospect Jeferson Quero and Marco Dinges saw limited catching time in Triple‑A, and backup Bo Naylor is unlikely to ascend. Options include a multi‑year extension, trading for a proven catcher, or betting on a developing prospect, each complicated by a potential 2027 lockout. The article argues that securing Contreras long‑term offers the safest path while Milwaukee continues searching for a successor.
Who is Akil Baddoo? Pirates claim veteran infielder off waivers from Brewers
The Pittsburgh Pirates have claimed 28‑year‑old infielder Akil Baddoo off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers. Baddoo, a former top prospect selected 74th overall by the Twins in 2016 and a No. 3 Rule 5 pick by Detroit in 2020, spent five seasons on the Tigers' opening‑day roster before a injury‑marred stint with the Brewers. He posts a career .224 average with 28 homers and 104 RBIs and hopes the move to a “championship‑pedigree” club revives his career.
MLB announces Platinum Glove, Team Gold Glove, Heart & Hustle Award winners
MLB’s awards night spotlights defensive excellence and hustle. Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger earns the AL Platinum Glove, while Cubs outfielder Pete Crow‑Armstrong captures the NL honor, despite debate over Bellinger’s stats. The Team Gold Glove goes to the Toronto Blue Jays (AL) and Chicago Cubs (NL), with the Cubs earning their second straight team award after leading key defensive metrics. Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. becomes the first three‑time Heart & Hustle Award winner, joining Craig Biggio as the only repeat honoree. Nominees also include Sal Frelick for Milwaukee.
Updated Milwaukee Brewers Roster
We will keep track of every Brewers roster move here. Last updated 9/27/26 If you are on a mobile device, this table is best viewed in landscape mode. *Denotes player not on active roster **Denotes player on non-60-day IL ***Players on 60-day IL are not counted toward 40-man roster but are included in this table […]
Brewers World Series champions Breaking T shirts thread
Brewers fan site Brew Crew Ball announces a dedicated thread for Breaking T's new postseason shirts, featuring designs that celebrate key moments from the 2026 NL championship run. Highlights include the Milwaukee Barrel Co. shirt honoring the pennant and World Series berth, a "Win Our Way" tee with Jacob Misiorowski, William Contreras and Brice Turang, and many "Wear the Moment™" pieces spotlighting Jake Bauers' marathon at-bats, Garrett Mitchell's clutch catch, Jackson Chourio’s walk‑off single, and Sal Frelick’s winning run. All apparel is MLB‑licensed, made in the USA, and available with free returns.
Mariner’s Jason Kanzler hiring questioned by analysts
The Seattle Mariners have appointed 36‑year‑old Jason Kanzler—formerly the Cubs’ director of player development and a former Astros hitting coach—to replace Dan Wilson after a 76‑86 season. With no managerial experience, analysts like former infielder Trevor Plouffe and Chris Rose question whether a rookie can impose the accountability the team needs, especially after the Brewers’ championship under veteran Pat Murphy. Kanzler’s résumé includes a stint with the 2022 World Series‑winning Astros and a playing career that peaked at High‑A. He will face intense scrutiny as the 2027 season approaches.
Aaron Bates Confirmed to Leave Dodgers Following Contract Negotiations Breakdown Despite 12-Season Tenure
The Los Angeles Dodgers part ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates after 12 seasons, as contract talks break down despite Andrew Friedman’s earlier promise of staff continuity. Bates, who climbed from a minor‑league player in 2014 to co‑hitting coach and minor‑league director of hitting, saw the Dodgers’ offense dip from 906 runs in 2013 to 801 runs and a .257 average in 2026, with late‑season production slumping and a NLCS sweep by the Brewers. While the exact contract dispute terms remain private, the club will keep Robert Van Scoyoc as lead hitting coach and explore replacements, ranging from internal candidates like JT Watkins to outsiders such as Brewers’ Eric Theisen. Bates’ exit marks the first coaching change since 2024.
Mets bring pitcher back early in offseason
The New York Mets re‑sign veteran right‑hander Robert Stock to a one‑year split deal, marking a modest move by president David Stearns in his fourth offseason. Stock, 37, posted a 5.93 ERA with 29 strikeouts over 30.1 innings last year and saw mixed results—including a 5⅓‑inning shutout versus the Rays and a rough stretch surrendering 15 runs to the Brewers and Pirates. With the bullpen largely dismantled at the trade deadline, the Mets hope the aging arm can provide depth as they rely on young pitchers like Nolan McLean and Christian Scott to revive the rotation. Fans will watch to see if Stock can exceed his inconsistent 2026 performance.
MLB rumors: Star free agent who spent 2026 with Padres has 1 real ‘concern’
Left‑handed reliever Adrian Morejon, the Padres’ 2026 setup star, enters free agency as a top market target despite a nagging shoulder fatigue issue that forced him out of the NLDS against the Brewers. At 27, Morejon logged high‑leverage seventh and eighth innings all season, anchoring a bullpen that paired him with closer Mason Miller for a formidable late‑inning combo. Scouts, including Ken Rosenthal, note his post‑season stiffness as a durability concern, but his age and potential to close games keep his value high. Teams will weigh his season‑long performance against the single fatigue setback.
Fall Friday Open Music Thread
Lookout Landing’s weekly music thread celebrates fall with a Seattle baseball backdrop—mentioning the Brewers’ World Series win and the long‑awaited end of the “Seattle curse.” Blogger Tommy Davis riffs on gothic favorites like Danzig, Misfits and Samhain, then lists top all‑time autumn albums: American Football’s self‑titled record, The Weakerthans’ Reconstruction Site, and O’Hia’s “The Lioness.” Bonus picks include Fontaines D.C.’s Dopamine Chamber and abrasive PISS tracks. Readers are invited to share playlists and fall‑themed music recommendations in the comments.
Elly De La Cruz, Sal Stewart named NL Silver Slugger Award finalists
The National League Silver Slugger finalists were revealed, and the Cincinnati Reds have two players in the mix. Shortstop Elly De La Cruz joins Washington’s CJ Abrams and Miami’s Otto Lopez after posting a 30‑30 season with a 142 OPS+. Utility‑man Sal Stewart competes with Milwaukee’s Jake Bauers and San Diego’s Fernando Tatis Jr. after hitting 32 homers, 112 RBIs and posting a 117 OPS+. Both face stiff competition, and the winners will be announced on November 17. No Red has captured a Silver Slugger since Nick Castellanos in 2021.
Dodgers make drastic change after being swept by Brewers in NLCS
Someone had to take the blame for the team's disappointing finish.
Cubs ‘Badly Want’ Tarik Skubal Like I Badly Want Many Things I Can’t Have
The Cubs’ front office says it “badly wants” left‑hander Tarik Skubal, but the blog argues the club’s payroll limits make a blockbuster deal unlikely. Highlighting the team’s historic contracts—Jason Heyward’s $184 million eight‑year deal and Alex Bregman’s $35 million AAV—author notes the biggest pitcher payout was Jon Lester’s $155 million. With the Dodgers and Mets comfortably splashing cash, Chicago would need to break its own spending ceiling to chase Skubal, something that would force frugal moves elsewhere. The piece also critiques the Cubs’ pitching development and recent loss of two farm directors, suggesting a Brewers‑style, smarter spend might be more realistic than a Skubal‑era megadeal.
Cardinals Promote Rob Cerfolio To General Manager
The St. Louis Cardinals promote 34‑year‑old assistant GM Rob Cerfolio to general manager, making him the No. 2 executive under president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom. Cerfolio, who joined the club two offseasons ago after serving as the Guardians’ director of player development, has spent the past two seasons focusing on player development and performance. His elevation follows his recent candidacy in the Oakland Athletics’ GM search, alongside other top prospects like Brewers’ Matt Kleine and Red Sox’s Taylor Smith.
Friday roundup: Election day fallout for Blazers, Stars arena plans, Rays stadium
Election‑day results ripple through several stadium stories. Sen. Ron Wyden, soon to chair the Senate Finance Committee, tells NBA Board chair Micky Arison he’s interested in Portland’s Blazers arena deal, hinting at possible tax scrutiny if the team seeks a public‑funded move. In Texas, voters reject a tax surcharge for a $700 million Dallas Stars arena, sending the project back to the drawing board. Florida’s property‑tax cut thwarts Tampa Bay Rays’ plan to fund a new stadium via a mixed‑use district. Las Vegas A’s face a $200 million parking‑garage financing gap, while Indiana’s push for stadium aid may be a ploy to pressure Illinois for a Bears facility. Lastly, a Tourism Economics report inflates Jacksonville Jaguars’ $21.7 billion impact, a claim Jaguars owner Shahid Khan disputes, and a note links the Brewers’ World Series win to the Rays’ sea‑level park.
Elephant Rumblings: Friday Musings
The Oakland Athletics unveil new general manager Cam Castro, a former Brewers executive with a strong pitching development résumé. At 36, Castro joins President of Baseball Operations Taylor Smith to revamp the league-worst staff, focusing on starters Jack Perkins, Jacob Lopez, and Gage Jump, while nurturing top prospect left‑hander Jamie Arnold and helping right‑hander Luis Morales regain form. The post also lists dozens of minor‑league pitchers and hitters entering free agency, highlights recent international signings, and poses questions about future trades, free‑agent targets, and international scouting under the new front office.
The Opener: Silver Slugger Finalists
The Silver Slugger finalists are unveiled ahead of the November 17 award ceremony. In the NL, top hitters include Hunter Goodman (C), Jake Bauers, Alec Burleson, Rafael Devers and Matt Olson at 1B, and stars like Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Schwarber as designated hitters. The AL list features Dillon Dingler (C), Pete Alonso, Willson Contreras, and Michael Trout among the outfield nominees, with Yordan Alvarez and Ben Rice slated for DH. Managers and coaches, barred from voting for their own players, selected these candidates. Team honors this season spotlight the Brewers, Cubs, Dodgers and Nationals in the NL, and the Astros, Rays, Twins and White Sox in the AL as the top offensive squads. Winners roll out on November 17.
Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Jake Bauers
After a journeyman start, 31‑year‑old Jake Bauers erupts in 2026, posting a career‑high .266/.389/.484 line with 26 homers, 86 RBIs, a league‑third .389 OBP and a monstrous 143 wRC+. The former Brewers first baseman, who previously barely scratched wRC+ 115 in 2025, now commands a free‑agent market projected at $15‑25 million on a 1‑3‑year deal. While a qualifying offer and limited track record may temper some clubs, his elite approach (98th‑percentile BB%) and platoon‑neutral power make him a top target for first‑base or DH roles on contenders. Will Milwaukee re‑sign their 2026 champion or see Bauers head elsewhere?
10 More Top International MLB Prospects To Watch For 2027
Baseball America adds ten more international prospects to its 2027 watch list as MLB awaits a new collective bargaining agreement that could reshape the signing system. The list highlights high‑value players each set to command over $1 million, including 16‑year‑old power‑filled OF Antonio Figueroa (Orioles), athletic SS Jeiler Blanco (Phillies), left‑handed OF Yasleyker Parra (Brewers), switch‑hitting SS Eudy Yuten (Mariners), and strong‑armed SS Jose Tarifa (Nationals). All are projected as top‑bonus signings for their clubs, with videos and scouting notes detailing power, speed, and defensive tools.
Were you watching, Pohlads?
William Contreras earns the Willie Mays World Series MVP as the Milwaukee Brewers clinch their first championship, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game Five at Tropicana Field on Oct. 28, 2026. The Brew Crew’s postseason run includes a NLDS win over the San Diego Padres, a NLCS sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and a dominant World Series performance that felt like a home‑field advantage in Florida. Despite being the MLB’s smallest market, Milwaukee outspent the Minnesota Twins ($146.7M vs. $115.7M) and built a loyal fan base that filled AmFam Field and even the rival’s stadium. The article argues the Brewers’ model could serve as a blueprint for other small‑market teams.
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