SBNation.com User Blog: oconnobe

Wolf Released, Bianchi Called Up

oconnobe — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 15:02:51 -0000

Wolf Released, Bianchi Called Up

D. Lee a future Brewer?

oconnobe — Sun, 06 May 2012 19:20:35 -0000

D. Lee a future Brewer?

Sounds like it is at least a possibility.

Steve Rushin Article Praises Milwaukee

oconnobe — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 04:33:40 -0000

Steve Rushin Article Praises Milwaukee

It's nice to see such a positive article about Milwaukee and its sports teams/fans, especially in light of LaRussa's recent comments and antics.

Greinke Postgame Comments

oconnobe — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:21:30 -0000

Zambrano/Lee argument

oconnobe — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:12:39 -0000

Zambrano/Lee argument

Zambrano was pulled after one inning after the dust-up in the dugout. Interesting conversation on Bleed Cubbie Blue!

So much for acquiring Edwin Jackson ...

oconnobe — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:35:08 -0000

So much for acquiring Edwin Jackson ...

Looks like the rumored 3-team deal may go through ... Jackson to Arizona, Granderson to the Yanks, relievers and prospects to the Tigers.

Reminder

oconnobe — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:53:49 -0000

The Arizona Fall League Rising Star game is on MLB Network tonight at 7 p.m.

Villanueva to start tomorrow

oconnobe — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:19:48 -0000

Villanueva to start tomorrow

He'll go 3-4 innings and will be relieved by Dillard, according to Macha.

Sanchez?

oconnobe — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 16:29:40 -0000

MLB trade rumors reports that an NL Central team is interested in trading for Freddy Sanchez. They speculate that it is the Cubs, but is there any chance the Brewers would be interested? Their infield depth is thin, and they could trade Sanchez at the end of the season if it looks like Weeks will come back strong next year. He would definitely provide some needed spark at the top of the order (or in the 2 spot).

Braun and Company at the Mall!

oconnobe — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:59:43 -0000

Wow, our trip to Arizona got off to a great start last night! Since we are staying in Scottsdale and heard that Braun was going to be at the Scottsdale Mall promoting his t-shirt line, my wife and I thought we'd go check it out.

We were expecting a big crowd and only hoping to get a photo from afar and possibly wait in line for an autograph. We went inside Nordstroms and saw a table with Braun's t-shirts but no sign of any players. Thinking we probably missed them (especially since there were very few people around), we were a bit disappointed. Not long after, in comes Braun, Hardy, Hall, Derek Lee, Grady Sizemore, and Andre Ethier, all wearing the Remetee t-shirts! We were first in line, and they were super nice! We told them how we were huge Brewer fans and wished them good luck this year. Braun signed a baseball and a baseball card we had brought, and my wife had her picture taken in between Braun and Hardy. It was great, because there were so few people there and the players were so friendly.

Just wanted to share our experience. We are headed to the Brewers-Giants game in Scottsdale today.

Brewers on MLB Network

oconnobe — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:36:27 -0000

Tonight at 8:00 CST.

Most of the regulars did not travel with the team to Surprise, so it looks those with MLB Network (and possibly FSN?) can get a good look at the battle for the final position player spots on the roster. Lamb, McGehee, Gwynn, Nelson, and Duffy are all in the lineup.

CF Tony Gwynn Jr.
LF Chris Duffy
1B Casey McGehee
3B Bill Hall
RF Brad Nelson
DH Mike Lamb
C Mike Rivera
2B Hernan Iribarren
SS Alcides Escobar
RHP Dave Bush

Tonight at 8:00 CST.

CF Tony Gwynn Jr.
LF Chris Duffy
1B Casey McGehee
3B Bill Hall
RF Brad Nelson
DH Mike Lamb
C Mike Rivera
2B Hernan Iribarren
SS Alcides Escobar
RHP Dave Bush

Brewers on TV!

oconnobe — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 02:00:33 -0000

The Brewers/Cubs match-up will be broadcast on WGN Saturday at 2:00, according to my tv listings. Suppan vs. Zambrano!

Hotel Suggestions in Phoenix area?

oconnobe — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 15:00:22 -0000

My wife and I are headed to Spring Training for a mini-vacation between March 28 and April 1. We are wondering if anyone out there has a good hotel suggestion for the Phoenix area. We went to ST a couple years ago and stayed in a budget hotel near Maryvale, but are looking to find a deal on a little bit nicer hotel this time around, even if it is in another part of the Phoenix area.

Thanks for any suggestions you might have!

Brewers were considering Dunn

oconnobe — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:52:12 -0000

Brewers were considering Dunn

MLB Trade Rumors writes that the Brewers were at one time considering signing Dunn to play RF and moving Hart to center field. I guess that puts a new twist on the Cameron/Cabrera trade talk awhile back. I don't remember anyone mentioning that possibility when the trade was being rumored. It would have added a second left handed threat in the lineup.

Bush Signs One Year Deal

oconnobe — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:38:41 -0000

Bush Signs One Year Deal

The JS blog reports that Bush has agreed on a contract, terms not yet known.

Hardy signs a one-year deal

oconnobe — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 23:10:30 -0000

Hardy signs a one-year deal

Per TH:

"The Brewers haven't officially announced it yet but the Associated Press is reporting that shortstop J.J. Hardy has signed a $4.65 million deal for 2009, avoiding salary arbitration."

Cameron to NY?

oconnobe — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:49:29 -0000

Cameron to NY?

A trade could have gone down overnight with Cameron going to NY for Melky Cabrera. Also heard it reported on ESPN this morning.

Sabathia 6th Year Rumor

oconnobe — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 17:19:50 -0000

Sabathia 6th Year Rumor

Newsday reports that the Crew may be considering adding a 6th year to their CC offer, according to a source "familiar" with the situation.

2009 2B, SS, and 3B Situation

oconnobe — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 22:49:33 -0000

What would be the most preferable combination of 2B, 3B, and SS starters for the 2009 Brewers, taking both offense and defense into account? I like the idea of Gamel at 3B and Escobar at 2B ... It would add another LH bat in the lineup, and Escobar's defensive skills would offset Gamel's lack of defensive skills. I would hate to move Hardy to 3B, only to have Gamel arrive shortly thereafter.

That's just my opinion ... Vote for your preference in the poll!

Poll

Vote for your favorite 2009 Brewers starting infield combination! (2B, SS, 3B)

Weeks, Hardy, Hall

7 votes

Escobar, Hardy, Hall

5 votes

Weeks, Escobar, Hall (trade Hardy)

3 votes

Weeks, Hardy, Gamel

11 votes

Escobar, Hardy, Gamel

24 votes

Weeks, Escobar, Gamel (trade Hardy)

5 votes

Weeks, Hardy, Gamel/Hall platoon

31 votes

Escobar, Hardy, Gamel/Hall platoon

29 votes

Weeks, Escobar, Gamel/Hall platoon (trade Hardy)

2 votes

117 votes | Poll has closed

Could It Be Macha???

oconnobe — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 22:21:31 -0000

Could It Be Macha???

TH reports that Macha is the strong leading candidate for manager, based on conversations he has had at the World Series. I like Macha, but I worry about how his tenure ended in Oakland.

Appleton Post Crescent article on the Rattlers

oconnobe — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 14:31:15 -0000

Appleton Post Crescent article on the Rattlers

Among other things, it talks about Appleton being the prime rehab location for injured Brewers trying to make it back to the majors.

Brewers/Rattlers agreement

oconnobe — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:04:45 -0000

Brewers/Rattlers agreement

This may have already been mentioned, but it looks like the Brewers have reached a deal with the Timber Rattlers to play A ball in Fox Cities Stadium beginning in 2009.

Our friend Bernie's latest take on the Cardinals

oconnobe — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 13:54:17 -0000

Our friend Bernie's latest take on the Cardinals

(from today's St. Louis Post-Dispatch)

Bay Area Baseball

oconnobe — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 15:50:16 -0000

My wife and I are traveling to San Francisco for a mini-vacation next week. We are going to a Yankees/A's game in Oakland and a A's/Giants game in San Francisco. We have never been to either park before, so we are looking for suggestions. How is parking? Any favorite concession items? Other things to do near the parks? Should I be scouting Lincecum for a possible trade involving Hall?

Thanks for any ideas or suggestions!

MLB Parity

oconnobe — Mon, 26 May 2008 14:38:48 -0000

I was surprised when I heard on the radio this morning that the Rays possessed the best record in baseball with a mere 30-20 record. After looking at the standings, the Rays and the Diamondbacks both lead the majors at 30-20. Conversely, the worst record in baseball belongs to Seattle at 18-33. This a mere 12.5 game difference between the best and worst in all of baseball!

This has to be good for the game, with so many teams still thinking they have a shot at the playoffs. Can we thank revenue sharing for this?

Defensive Concerns?

oconnobe — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 13:40:28 -0000

How much do we need to be concerned about the Brewers' defensive performance thus far? As has been stated in another diary, Prince's defense does not seem to help the rest of the infield's performance.

Based on the small sample size of spring training games so far, Weeks has committed 4 errors, Nunez 3, Fielder and Counsell 2 errors apiece. All other defenders have 0 or 1 error. Will this be a liability in 2008?

Personally, I believe our overall defense will be average, with Cameron, Hardy, Hall and Hart making up for deficiencies elsewhere. Our offense will be good enough to win games with an average defense.

Thoughts, anyone?

Ballpark Fare

oconnobe — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:27:33 -0000

As we wait for some meaningful Brewer news and notes, I find myself longing for my first trip to Miller Park of 2008. For those of us that have been to Miller Park, are there any opinions out there on the tastiest concession options?

As for me, I vote for a loaded nachos and a cold Leinie's. My wife likes searching for the bakery cart and the caramel apples dipped in chocolate candy!

Poll

If I could have only one food item at Miller Park, it would be ...

one of the other racing sausages

11 votes

loaded nachos

6 votes

pretzel and cheese dip

2 votes

burger

0 votes

other food item

4 votes

no food ... only beer

11 votes

hot dog with stadium sauce

19 votes

brat

21 votes

74 votes | Poll has closed

Feliz still on radar?

oconnobe — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 19:13:35 -0000

Ken Rosenthal writes that the Crew may still be interested in signing Pedro Feliz, and that Hall may be reluctant to move to third base after the Cameron signing. I'm not sure how much truth there is to this, but I would not like this move.

http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/7664722?CMP=OTC-K9B140813162&ATT=49