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March 22, 2026

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Robert Gasser delivered a standout performance today, helping the Brewers defeat the Padres, and giving himself a shot at a spot in the rotation after struggling earlier this spring with an ERA over nine. With only a few days left in Spring Training, Gasser's momentum could be the deciding factor as the team prepares for Opening Day. Meanwhile, the Brewers are feeling the effects of Reese McGuire opting out of his contract, leaving a gap behind the plate that could open the door for another player. With the Cactus League winding down, questions loom about the final roster and the potential impact of offseason acquisition Brandon Sproat, who is being touted as a future rotation asset. Every decision counts as the Brewers look to finalize their roster and make a splash this season.

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Robert Gasser shines as Brewers beat Padres

Robert Gasser shines as Brewers beat Padres

Box Score Robert Gasser has a real chance at making the Brewers’ rotation to start the season, but his spring hasn’t gone well so far; coming into today, Gasser had allowed seven runs in less than seven innings, giving him an ERA over nine. But he made a strong push for a roster spot today […]

Spring Training Game Thread #27: Milwaukee Brewers (11-15) vs. San Diego Padres (14-13-1)

Spring Training Game Thread #27: Milwaukee Brewers (11-15) vs. San Diego Padres (14-13-1)

Just four more days of spring training! The Brewers will play their second-to-last game in Arizona this afternoon (not including an extra Spring Breakout game in there tomorrow), when they play host to the San Diego Padres at American Family Fields of Phoenix. For Milwaukee, Robert Gasser gets a last chance at making an impression […]

Reese McGuire Opts Out Of Brewers Contract

Reese McGuire Opts Out Of Brewers Contract

The Brewers announced that catcher Reese McGuire has become a free agent after exercising an out clause in his minor league contract. Rather than an Article XX(B) free agent situation, this was a specific clause in McGuire’s deal, and Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel writes that McGuire can return to the Brewers if […]

What unanswered questions remain for the Brewers before Opening Day?

What unanswered questions remain for the Brewers before Opening Day?

PHOENIX -- The equipment bags in front of every locker at American Family Fields of Phoenix on Saturday were a sign that the Cactus League season was coming to a close. There is still one game on the schedule on Sunday at the Cubs, but starting pitcher Chad Patrick will

MLB insider offers high praise for Brewers' 2026 rotation hopeful

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MLB insider offers high praise for Brewers' 2026 rotation hopeful

Former MLB GM turned insider, Jim Bowden of The Athletic, is expecting big things from Milwaukee Brewers offseason trade acquisition Brandon Sproat, who is expected to be a part of the Opening Day starting rotation.

Veteran catcher opts out of contract with Brewers ahead of Opening Day

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Veteran catcher opts out of contract with Brewers ahead of Opening Day

Milwaukee Brewers offseason signing Reese McGuire has opted out of his contract, allowing him to explore opportunities elsewhere before potentially resigning with the Brewers early next week.