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The Brewers have hit their first real rough patch of the season — and Jeff Levering joins the show to break it down. In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering reacts to Milwaukee’s five-game losing streak, what’s causing the slide, and whether there’s any real reason for concern. 😬 Brewers Drop Five Straight After a strong start, the Brewers are now: On a five-game losing streak Struggling to find consistency at the plate Running into tough pitching matchups But Levering keeps the perspective grounded: 👉 “That’s baseball” — even good teams go through stretches like this. 🧠 What’s Behind the Slide? Levering points to: Early-season ups and downs Facing elite arms The natural grind of a long MLB season The key takeaway: 👉 It’s too early to panic — but it’s something to monitor. 🔍 The Tone Moving Forward Even during the skid, the message stays consistent: Stay patient Trust the talent Let the season play out

Brewers play-by-play broadcaster Lane Grindle joins Jim, Matt & Molly on the Yuengling Guest Hotline! He talks about calling games solo this past weekend & his best Boston accent during this Red Sox series. Plus, they get into the feud with Wilson Contreras, the Brewers' rally tortoise -- Bobby Jr --, CB Bucknor, the ABS System, and the best movie portrayals of baseball broadcasters (other than Ueck, of course)!

The Milwaukee Brewers are off to a strong start — but how real is it? On this episode of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins the show to break down everything happening inside the organization, including the Cooper Pratt contract extension, the continued emphasis on locking up young talent, and why this team might be better than many expected. Levering explains how the Jackson Chourio deal set the tone for Milwaukee’s long-term strategy, and why the Brewers are aggressively investing in players early — even before they fully arrive at the big-league level. Plus, a deeper look at what’s driving early success: Why the Brewers’ defense continues to be elite The case for Milwaukee having underrated pitching Early impressions of key arms like Kyle Harrison Why this roster might be more complete than it gets credit for If you’re a Brewers fan, this is a must-listen breakdown of where the team stands right now — and where it could be headed. 📊 Topics Covered: Jeff Levering Brewers interview Cooper Pratt contract and development timeline Brewers young core strategy (Chourio effect) Milwaukee Brewers defense and pitching analysis Early MLB season takeaways 🎯 Perfect for: Milwaukee Brewers fans, Wisconsin sports listeners, MLB podcast fans, and anyone looking for insider-level baseball analysis early in the season.

Former Brewers pitcher Jerry Augustine joined The Homer Hour to break down Jacob Misiorowski’s Opening Day performance and what it could mean moving forward. Augustine discussed Misiorowski’s ceiling, pointing to his elite velocity and improving pitch placement as signs of a potentially dominant future. He also explained the two different curveballs Misiorowski throws and when each is most effective. The guys explored how Augustine’s own career might have been different if he had possessed Misiorowski’s kind of velocity, offering a fascinating perspective on how the game has evolved. They wrapped up with a bigger-picture conversation about Brewers history, as Augustine shared his thoughts on who the best pitcher in franchise history is. A deep dive into pitching, past and present, on The Homer Hour.

Brewers insider Dom Cotroneo joined The Homer Hour to break down what’s happening in Spring Training and why the Brewers’ long-term plan continues to work. The conversation centered around Milwaukee’s patient, development-driven model and why investing in pitching depth and player development makes more sense than overspending on veteran arms. Dom explained how the Brewers are handling Jacob Misiorowski’s workload, why 150 innings could be the target, and how the organization is building toward October rather than chasing April headlines. He also highlighted other arms to watch this season and made the case that Milwaukee’s roster heading into camp may actually be stronger than the one that won 97 games last year. The big takeaway: the Brewers’ sustainable blueprint isn’t about splash — it’s about smart, steady, long-term success.

Spring training is almost here — and for the Milwaukee Brewers, that means questions. A lot of them. In this hour of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins the show to break down what camp will look like in Arizona, including the biggest mystery of all: who’s playing third base? 021126 JGC Hour 1 With pitchers and catchers reporting soon and single-game tickets about to go on sale, the optimism of a new season is building — but the roster still has unanswered spots. ⚾ The Third Base Competition Levering acknowledges the reality: Seven different Brewers played third base last season. Only one remains on the roster — and he logged just one inning there. This spring will determine: Whether a new face claims the job If the Brewers lean internal Or if flexibility becomes the default strategy again It’s one of the most open competitions on the roster, and Levering expects it to be one of the most interesting battles of camp. 🔄 Life After Freddie Peralta The conversation also turns to the Freddie Peralta trade, and whether Milwaukee moved him at the right time. Levering believes the Brewers likely got the best deal they could, noting the return mirrors what they previously netted for Corbin Burnes — young, controllable talent with major-league upside. The debate isn’t whether Peralta was valuable — it’s whether waiting would have produced a better return. Levering leans toward decisive action over deadline uncertainty. 🧩 Replacing Versatility & Depth Another quiet but important loss: Andrew Monasterio’s utility role. Levering explains why that final infield/bench spot matters more than fans realize: Late-inning defensive flexibility Pinch-running ability First-base coverage in tight games Defensive substitutions under Pat Murphy’s system Spring training will determine who fills that gap — and it’s a bigger job than it appears on paper. 🌵 Camp Energy & Expectations Levering shares his excitement about heading to Arizona, noting: A mostly stable core roster A few new faces to integrate High expectations internally despite external skepticism The Brewers aren’t rebuilding — they’re recalibrating. And in Milwaukee, recalibrating usually means competing. ⚖️ The Bottom Line The Brewers enter spring training with: Stability in the rotation Questions on the left side of the infield A clubhouse built around continuity and culture The roster isn’t fully defined — and that’s what makes February compelling. 🎧 A fresh look at Brewers baseball, roster battles, and the start of another season with Jeff Levering on Jen, Gabe & Chewy. Milwaukee Brewers, Jeff Levering, Brewers spring training, Freddie Peralta trade, Brewers third base competition, Brewers roster preview, Brewers utility player, MLB spring training, Brewers 2026 season, Wisconsin sports, ESPN Milwaukee, Jen Gabe and Chewy

Jeff Levering joins Jen Gabe & Chewy to begin the second hour to recap the Milwaukee Brewers getting swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, the incredible perfromance from Shoehi Ohtani, what the 2026 Milwaukee Brewers will look like, and what the latest with Freddy Peralta is.

Jeff Levering Play by Play radio broadcaster joins Jen Gabe & Chewy to recap the Milwaukee Brewers game 1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers last night, the performance by Blake Snell, and what game 2 might look like lineup wise from American Family field in the NLCS.

Buster Olney from ESPN joins Jen Gabe & Chewy to talk about the Milwaukee Brewers advancing past Craig Counsell's Chicago Cubs, and set to face the high payroll Los Angeles Dodgers. Should Pat Murphy be NL Manager of the year, and what chances do the Brewers have to take down Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers?

The stakes couldn’t be higher — it’s Game 5 of the NLDS as the Milwaukee Brewers battle the Chicago Cubs in a win-or-go-home showdown. ⚾🔥 Join Gabe Neitzel, Alex Strouf, and Dominic Cotroneo for exclusive pregame coverage straight from American Family Field. The crew breaks down every crucial storyline: Milwaukee’s starting lineup & pitching rotation Key matchups that will decide Game 5 X-factors, predictions, and live fan reactions Presented by ESPN Milwaukee, this is the ultimate Brewers pregame podcast — packed with insider insight, bold analysis, and genuine fan energy. Whether you’re heading to the ballpark or tuning in from home, get ready for the most in-depth Brewers playoff talk anywhere. 💙💛 📣 Join the conversation: Share your Game 5 predictions and reactions — your takes could be featured on-air! 🔔 Subscribe for nonstop Brewers coverage, MLB playoff breakdowns, and exclusive interviews with the voices of Wisconsin sports.

Craig Karmazin joins Jen Gabe & Chewy to talk the Milwaukee Brewers game 4 loss against the Chicago Cubs, and who will the Brewers pick to be the starter of the win or home game 5 of the NLDS?

Milwaukee Brewers TV analyst Bill Schroeder joins Wilde and Tausch looking ahead to Game 4 of the NLDS between the Brewers and Cubs at Wrigley Field.

Former Brewers infielder Joe Randa joins The Homer Hour, his thoughts on Brewers/Cubs Game 3, what makes this Brewers team so good and why did he play on so many different teams throughout his career?

Former Brewers pitcher Doug Henry joins The Homer Hour, what did he learn from pitching in the playoffs, what has he seen from this Brewers team, what makes this Brewers team so good, why is the game of baseball so much more exciting to watch, on being a journeyman in baseball, can this Brewers team be very good for he next few years, what makes camaraderie on a team, on coaching in the minors, are pitchers throwing it that much harder in today's game of baseball and are there a lot more Tommy John surgeries today than back in the day?

Former Brewers pitcher Jerry Augustine joins The Homer Hour, does he think the Brewers are the best team in baseball, on the performance of Jacob Misiorowski in Game 2 against the Cubs, what is he looking for from Quinn Priester in Game 3 today, on Jackson Chourio not batting lead-off today, on Jake Bauers and Brandon Lockridge being in the lineup today, what does he need to see out of Priester today, who can help out in mid-relief today if the Brewers need it and what does he expect from Cubs starter Jamison Taillon?

Former Brewers catcher Jason Kendall joins The Homer Hour, what's the importance of a catcher in today's game of baseball, on being a part of the 2008 Brewers playoff team, on how good CC Sabathia was, does he still have a relationship with the Brewers, does it help to get an early lead when you are either up 2-0 or down 2-0 in a best-of-five series, why was Craig Counsell his best teammate ever, what does he want to be most remembered for and what does he say about this Brewers team?

Jeff Levering joins Jen Gabe & Chewy to talk about all the latest about the Milwaukee Brewers following their game 2 victory over the Chicago Cubs in American Family Field last night. Jeff talks Jacob Misiorowski, Pat Murphy, Christian Yelich, Jackson Chourio, and so much more!

"The Doctor of Pitching" and former Brewers hurler Jerry Augustine joins The Homer Hour, is the Brewers/Cubs NLDS series the biggest in franchise history, was there a team he ever played that he truly hated, is this series more about beating the Cubs or beating Craig Counsell, why does he think the Brewers have the best bullpen in baseball, will this series come down to which teams bullpen is better, does a manager handle the bullpen differently in the playoffs compared to the regular season, how should Jacob Misiorowski be used and is Christian Yelich's leadership identical to Robin Yount's?

Marti Wronski, COO of the Milwaukee Brewers joins Jen Gabe & Chewy to talk about the Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs series, including the opening time of the lots, parkings, ticket opening and all things Brewers playoffs in MIlwaukee!

Lane Grindle Play By Play announcer for the Milwaukee Brewers on 620 WTMJ, joins Jen Gabe & Chewy to preview the Milwaukee Brewers series against the Chicago Cubs that begins this Saturday.