The Brewer Fanatic Podcast

Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin talk more Brewers baseball and go over the state of the team as we head into the Midsummer Classic.

The Brewers dropped a three-game series against the Cubs but took three of four from the Reds. Jack and Spencer break down the action, including Brandon Sproat's improvements and Garrett Mitchell's big week.

Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin talk through Week 14 of the Brewers' season during which the team faced off against the Reds and Cubs.

The guys recap an up-and-down road trip to Atlanta and Cincinnati, encouraging signs from Brandon Woodruff and Brandon Sproat, and Craig Yoho's future with the Brewers.

In Week 13 of the season, Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin discuss who's hot, who's not, and other Brewers news.

Jack and Spencer react to Jacob Misiorowski's historic 95-pitch shutout against the Phillies and preview what to expect from Cooper Pratt.

Jack and Spencer break down Luis Lara's extension, Brandon Woodruff's rehab start in the ACL, some concerning signs for Christian Yelich, and the Brewers' 4-2 week in Colorado and Las Vegas.

The injuries keep coming for the Brewers' pitching staff. In this week's episode, Jack and Spencer discuss what's next for the staff and more. Discussed in this episode are DL Hall, Grant Anderson, Robert Gasser, Coleman Crow, David Hamilton, Jaron DeBerry, and others.

Spencer is joined by Alex Robbins (BrewersFarm) to discuss the first two months of the Brewers' minor-league season. They dive into who's hot, who's not, and some pleasant surprises at each level. They also discuss some sleepers in the system, some slow starters who might get it going, and a quick preview of DSL names to watch. Players discussed include Alexander Frias, Jayden Dubanewicz, Jesus Made, Bishop Letson, Tyson Hardin, and many more!

The guys react to Abner Uribe and the Brewers' controversy with the Cardinals, Jacob Misiorowski continuing his dominant May, and Robert Gasser's future after another rough start.

Jack returns to the show as he and Spencer break down a 5-1 road trip against the Twins and Cubs, Shane Drohan and Chad Patrick emerging in the bullpen, Jake Bauers' breakout, and more.

Spencer is joined by Ryan Topp of Milwaukee's Tailgate to discuss the Brewers' sweep over the Yankees, their series win over the Padres, Jacob Misiorowski's dominance, Brice Turang's continued ascension, and a lot more!

Jack and Spencer discuss what the return of Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn means for the Brewers' lineup, their struggles with using the ABS challenge system, the state of the starting rotation, and more.

Jake McKibbin and Jason Wang talk about the Brewers' showing in week 6.

Jack returns to the show as he and Spencer discuss the concern level for Angel Zerpa and Brandon Woodruff, who could step up on the pitching staff, the significance of how the Pirates pitched Garrett Mitchell, and more.

It was not a pretty week for the Brewers, facing some tough pitchers with a battered lineup. How much can we make of their tawdry results?

Spencer is joined by Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to discuss Quinn Priester's rehab, the Brewers series with the Tigers, the panic level with the bullpen, prospects, and more.

Jack and Spencer discuss Trevor Megill's status in the bullpen, the level of concern for the left side of the infield, Coleman Crow's MLB debut, and more.

Jason and Jake discuss a tough week of Brewers baseball.

The guys break down the Brewers' road trip to Kansas City and Boston, what to make of Garrett Mitchell's hot start, and how the team should handle Brandon Sproat's early struggles.

Jason and Jake break down this week of Brewers baseball, including Garrett Mitchell's explosive start to the 2026 season.

Jack and Spencer react to Andrew Vaughn's injury, how Brewers starters fared in their first turn through the rotation, Cooper Pratt's reported extension, and more.

Jason and Jake settle in for the first show of the season, watching the final minutes of the Brewers' amazing comeback against the White Sox, completing their opening weekend sweep of the South Siders.

Opening Day is here! Jack and Spencer react to the Brewers' first regular-season game, break down new acquisition Jake Woodford, and discuss Jackson Chourio's fractured hand.

Jack and Spencer react to the Brewers' latest roster moves as Opening Day nears. Will Brandon Lockridge make the roster, and what to think of Blake Perkins, Tyler Black, and Logan Henderson returning to minor-league camp?

Jack and Spencer react to Kyle Harrison and Brandon Sproat's new pitches and gauge the levels of concern surrounding Quinn Priester and Jared Koenig.

The guys react to Brandon Woodruff's slow build-up and analyze some early standouts from the Brewers' first few spring training games.

Jack and Spencer break down the Luis Rengifo signing, Pat Murphy's new contract, and other developments from the first week of spring training.

Jack Stern joins Brock Beauchamp to discuss his first few days in Brewers' camp; what is Logan Henderson's new pitch? Is anyone injured? And most importantly, who is in the best shape of their life?

Jack and Spencer react to the Brewers trading Caleb Durbin to the Red Sox for more pitching depth, where it leaves their roster, and where they should go from here.

Spencer and Joseph Zarr discuss the Nashville Sounds season, and their tiers of position players and pitchers, as well as answering a bunch of listener questions, including any overarching questions we did not get to during the preceding episodes. Included amongst the entire Sounds roster players discussed include Logan Henderson, Jeferson Quero, Anthony Seigler, and Craig Yoho.

Jack and Spencer discuss what the Reese McGuire signing could mean for Jeferson Quero, how the Brewers could round out their rotation, and why Jackson Chourio should get more opportunities in center field.

Spencer and Joseph Zarr discuss the Biloxi Shuckers season, their tiers of position players and pitchers, and answer a bunch of listener questions. Players discussed include Luis Lara, Blake Burke, Matthew Wood, Jaron DeBerry, Tyson Hardin, and many others.

Jack and Spencer react to the Freddy Peralta trade, including what it does and doesn't mean for the Brewers in 2026.

Jack and Spencer preview a potential arbitration hearing between William Contreras and the Brewers, react to the latest Freddy Peralta rumors, and recap the 2026 international free agent signings.

Spencer and Joseph Zarr touch on Frank Cairone's car crash and situation, and then discuss the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers season, and their tiers of position players and pitchers. A lot of Jesus Made and Luis Pena talk.

The guys discuss why Joey Ortiz should get more opportunities at shortstop in 2026, what MLB's new minor-league technology regulations could mean for the Brewers, and more.

Spencer and Joseph Zarr discuss the Carolina Mudcats' final season in Zebulon, their rebrand and move to Wilson, and give their personal tiers of position players and pitchers. They also answer listener questions along the way.

Jack and Spencer break down the Angel Zerpa trade and updates from the Winter Meetings.

Spencer and Joseph Zarr discuss the minor league departures and additions to this point in the offseason, and then break down their tiers for the DSL and ACL rosters from 2025.

Jack and Spencer discuss the latest reports about the Brewers' payroll situation, Freddy Peralta's future, and potential trade candidates.

The guys discuss what Brandon Woodruff's return means for next season's starting rotation, Jake Bauers' potential importance in the middle of the order, and a few minor-league signings to keep tabs on.

Jason Wang and Jake McKibbin fire up our first Offseason Live pod, discussing which free agents on the 2026-2026 market are a good fit for the Milwaukee Brewers.

The guys dive into the Brewers' option decisions, including why the team declined William Contreras' club option in favor of arbitration, what the departures of Rickie Weeks and Connor Dawson could mean for the coaching staff, and more. Meanwhile, Spencer offers prospect updates from winter ball and the AFL.

The guys discuss what lessons are to be learned from the Brewers' quick NLCS exit, the acquisition of Sammy Peralta, and how the shortstop mix could look next year. Spencer also gives reports from the Arizona Fall League.

Jack and Spencer discuss the hitting woes that have put the Brewers behind 3-0 in the NLCS and the state of the pitching staff.

Jake McKibben and Brock Beauchamp talk about the frustrations of Game 2 against the Dodgers, while previewing Game 3 in Los Angeles.

Jake McKibben and Brock Beauchamp break down the Game 1 loss to the Dodgers, and preview Game 2 on Tuesday night in Milwaukee.

Jack and Spencer break down the Brewers NLDS series win over the Cubs and preview the NLCS matchup against the Dodgers.

Jason and Jake preview the final game of the NLDS between the Brewers and Cubs. Who will the Brewers start, and which pitchers will be leaned on for bulk innings?