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Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 161: Opening Day and Bold PredictionsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll break down the Brewers Opening Day roster decisions, Eric Haase missing out on a spot, and how injuries late in spring training had big implications. Also, David and Matt go through their bold predictions for the 2024 Brewers season
2024-03-291h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 152: Remembering Obscure Brewers LegendsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll break down the Brewers arbitration settlements, the case with Devin Williams, and learn while in the middle of recording his new contract with the Crew. Also David and Matt draft their top 10 obscure Brewers legends, players who had a few big on field moments and are remembered fondly as legends in Brewers uniforms for their contributions no matter how small.
2024-01-121h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 147: The Pat Murphy Era BeginsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the Brewers hiring of Pat Murphy as their next manager following the betrayal of Craig Counsell. Rickie Weeks has been named associate manager to fill Murphy's old job. Also David and Matt break down the Brewers trades for Oliver Dunn and Chad Patrick this week and the upcoming non-tender deadline and the decisions that need to be made.
2023-11-171h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 142: The Brain DrainCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are back and there's a lot going on with the Milwaukee Brewers as Craig-tember rolls on. Former President of Baseball Ops David Stearns is leaving for a job with the Mets, while anticipated, is there an inevitable brain drain from the Brewers front office that will follow? Also, William Contreras is open to extension talks, what could a timeline look like for that? Josh Donaldson is now a Brewer and playing well and the pitching staff makes Milwaukee look like a World Series contender. All that and more in this week's Cold Brew...
2023-09-151h 04Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 141: Craig-tember Has ArrivedCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll celebrate the arrival of Craig-tember! We're in the final month of the regular season and Craig Counsell has the Brewers in first place in the NL Central by three games. David and Matt discuss the additions to the roster, September call ups, the 9 game win streak, and the series loss to the Cubs, as well as so much more.
2023-09-0156 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 139: Road Trips And DisappointmentCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest going on with the Brewers as they continue their three city road trip including a poor performance out in Los Angeles while Matt went on a road trip of his own. The Brewers are facing a gauntlet of a schedule right now while the Cubs...aren't. Also, who is in the mix for a September call up? David and Matt make their picks.
2023-08-181h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 138: Trade Deadline In ReviewDavid Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the recently passed MLB Trade Deadline. The Milwaukee Brewers made several moves, including trades for Mark Canha and Andrew Chafin, as well as sending out Luis Urias in a surprise last minute deal. David and Matt dissect the trades that were made, the rumored trades that weren't made, and how the big picture looks heading into the final stretch of the season.
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The Barrel Banter - A Milwaukee Brewers ShowDavid Gasper on Why He Gives the Brewers' Draft an AS4, E31: Today we're joined by special guest, David Gasper!
Gasper is editor-in-chief of Reviewing the Brew, host of the Cold Brew Podcast, Brewers' expert at Prospects1500, and host of Sports on Deck at iHeartRadio and 1310 WIBA.
We discuss:
- Potential impact prospects in the 2nd half (Black, Misiorowski, Chourio)
- What to expect from Abner Uribe
- Grading the Brewers' draft
- Why the Brewers' mid-round picks may have been their best
To listen to last year's conversation with David, click here
2023-07-2045 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 135: Cubs, Roof Shenanigans, MLB Draft PreviewDavid Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the wild week that has been so far with the Milwaukee Brewers in their series against the Cubs. There was a huge comeback win led by Jahmai Jones of all people, then disappointing losses the next two days, including some roof shenanigans with it closing and opening and closing again and the Cubs were quite upset about it. Also, David and Matt begin to preview the upcoming MLB Draft, discussing prospects the Brewers could look to target with the 18th overall pick as well as the 33rd pick, and their overall strategy.
2023-07-061h 08Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 133: Brewers Offense Needs HelpCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are back with a look at the up and down nature of the Milwaukee Brewers recently. There have been some wins that give hope for this team and some losses that make us question whether this team has what it takes. What can we make of this Brewers team? With the Trade Deadline approaching, what should the Brewers strategy be and where are their needs? David and Matt dive into that subject as well as the current struggles of some important players in the heart of the order, including Willy Adames, Rowdy Tellez...
2023-06-221h 04Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 132: Talkin' Shuckers With Javik BlakeCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Biloxi Shuckers play by play broadcaster Javik Blake. David, Matt, and Javik dive into the Milwaukee Brewers Double-A affiliate and the exciting team down there. In-depth conversations about top prospect Jackson Chourio, Jeferson Quero, Tyler Black, Carlos Rodriguez - both of them, Abner Uribe, and so many more. Also, which surprise Shuckers could we see in Milwaukee by the end of the season? When could we see Jackson Chourio promoted to Triple-A? And who might be promoted with him?
2023-06-0958 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 130: A Funding ObligationCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest in a big stretch of Brewers news. Former All Star Julio Teheran is now in a Brewers uniform and had an excellent debut as the starting rotation is reeling from several more injuries. Some players are on the mend though as Luis Urias has begun a rehab assignment, but once he returns, who gets sent off the roster to make room? It'll be a tough choice as David and Matt work through the options. Also Rob Manfred is in Milwaukee and there are reported threats that the Brewers could relocate...
2023-05-2652 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 128: Good news and bad newsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest news on the Milwaukee Brewers. There's a mix of good news and bad news this week, especially on the injury front involving Adrian Houser, Gus Varland, and Tyrone Taylor (good news) as well as Garrett Mitchell and Sal Frelick (bad news). Also discussed in this episode is the bullpen meltdown against the Red Sox, whether or not the Josh Hader trade was actually the best deal the Brewers made at last year's Deadline (not that that's saying much), and David and Matt's top trade deadline targets to keep an eye...
2023-04-271h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 125: Roster Decisions Coming Down To The WireCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll take a deep dive into the Milwaukee Brewers roster decisions as Opening Day approaches. There are battles for jobs in the bullpen, the infield, and the outfield. Who could take those spots and who might miss out? David and Matt dissect each situation. Plus, the Phillies now have a need at first base after an injury to Rhys Hoskins. Could the Brewers look to trade one of their spare first basemen? There's a lot of reasons to do so. All of that and more in a loaded Cold Brew Podcast episode.
2023-03-241h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 124: Two Weeks From Opening DayCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are back as Brewers spring training continues. There's just two weeks left until Opening Day. David has a new puppy and she makes her podcast debut as David and Matt discuss Luke Voit's roster status, the future of Keston Hiura in Milwaukee, Brewers in the World Baseball Classic, trading Victor Castaneda to the Rays, and more. Check it out on the latest episode of the Cold Brew Podcast.
2023-03-1748 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 123: Another Extension Candidate Bites The Dust?Co-hosts David Gasper (@dgasper24) and Matt Carroll (@MKEMatt13) discuss the latest in a busy week of news surrounding the Milwaukee Brewers. There are new injuries to Jason Alexander and Tyrone Taylor before spring even begins that impacts a couple of roster battles in camp. Plus there are some new faces with the free agent signings of Justin Wilson, Tyler Naquin, and Luke Voit. The presence of Naquin and Voit could spell trouble for guys like Taylor and Keston Hiura when it comes to roster spots and David and Matt dive into how those situations could work out. Also, Willy...
2023-02-241h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 122: Bridges Burnes-edCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the big news early on in Brewers spring training, the arbitration case of Corbin Burnes. The Brewers won the case against Burnes but his comments upon arriving at spring training were anything but good for the organization. David and Matt dissect the whole situation with Corbin Burnes in this episode and the ugliness of the whole thing. Plus, more bad news with an Aaron Ashby injury update and the potential of Craig Counsell not sticking around to manage the Brewers much longer. It's an episode you won't want to miss.
2023-02-171h 03Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 121: Ashby Injury, WBC rosters, and Walk Of Fame Snub DraftCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll have a lot to discuss this week. It's the last podcast before pitchers and catchers report and spring training begins! There's news about Aaron Ashby being injured and how that will affect the roster picture, plus David and Matt dive into the World Baseball Classic rosters that have been announced. There are Brewers all over the place and Milwaukee will be well represented in this tournament. Also, Ben Sheets has been elected to the Brewers Walk Of Fame. That's well deserved for him but there are plenty others who are deserving of induction...
2023-02-101h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 120: A Conversation With Josh LindblomCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by former Brewers pitcher Josh Lindblom. Josh announced his retirement earlier this offseason and he talks through his decision to retire, his last three years in the Brewers organization, funny stories from his career, mentoring the Brewers young prospects, and he makes a breaking news announcement about what's next for him in his career. David and Matt follow up the conversation with Lindblom by discussing the recent top prospects lists that have been announced and what's to come for the Brewers.
2023-01-271h 12Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 116: Offseason To-Do List with Curt HoggCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel's Brewers beat writer Curt Hogg. Curt, David, and Matt discuss the moves made that set up this offseason, how they were able to pull off the William Contreras trade, and what's left for the Brewers to do this offseason. They haven't been active in free agency and have some money to spend and we dive into the remaining options there. Plus, more on prospects that could help out this season and extension candidates. Who are the Brewers most likely to extend and what is the current...
2022-12-231h 05Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 113: Renfroe Trade and Shedding PayrollIt was a busy week in the news for the Milwaukee Brewers. Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are here to break it all down this Thanksgiving week. Hunter Renfroe has been traded for three pitchers. David and Matt discuss what we can expect from those young arms and why this trade felt so underwhelming. Also, the Renfroe trade was followed by news that Kolten Wong may be the next to go in a trade, but it's not all sad news. The Brewers have opened extension talks with Willy Adames, so David and Matt dive into the Brewers history...
2022-11-241h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 111: Matt Arnold Makes His First MovesThe offseason has begun and the Milwaukee Brewers are already making some moves. Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll take a dive into each of the moves and rumors that have been swirling around the team. Including the decision to pick up Kolten Wong's option but decline Brad Boxberger's club option for next year, the waiver claim of Tyson Miller, and the Brewers making a trade for an old friend in catcher Payton Henry. Also, rumors have begun to swirl about Corbin Burnes potentially being traded this offseason, and David is certainly not happy about it and goes on...
2022-11-111h 02Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 110: Reaction To Stearns Stepping DownBrewers President of Baseball Operations David Stearns has stepped down from his role, allowing GM Matt Arnold to take over as the head man running baseball operations in Milwaukee. Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll react to and discuss Stearns' decision, what went into it, what changes we can expect, and the difficult situation that Matt Arnold is inheriting. The offseason is only just beginning, and the Brewers have a big change at the decision-making level.
2022-10-281h 04Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 109: Stearns' Presser and Offseason PreviewBrewers president of baseball operations David Stearns held his end of season press conference this week. Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll dive into his comments and what they mean about the team this year, what we can expect in the offseason and in seasons to come for the Brewers. The futures of Corbin Burnes, Brandon Woodruff, and Willy Adames are all discussed this week, as well as why the Brewers can't pull another Hader-style trade and why fans shouldn't expect a spending spree in free agency this winter.
2022-10-131h 03Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 106: Bridges Burnes'edCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll talk the big news of the week with the Milwaukee Brewers; an update on the extension talks, or lack thereof, between the Brewers and Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes. Why haven't the Brewers reached out? What does the future hold for these two sides? David and Matt dive into the rabbit hole of this situation and look at it from every angle.
2022-09-161h 05Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 105: Cain's CriticismsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll take a deep dive on this week's Cold Brew Podcast into former outfielder Lorenzo Cain's criticism of the Brewers organization and their apparent lack of respect for him as a veteran and a lack of importance on clubhouse chemistry. David and Matt dissect Cain's comments one by one on what they might mean, who is to blame, how things can be fixed, and where things have really gone wrong. The Brewers continue to struggle on the field and the clubhouse issues may present an explanation as to why. It's a jam-packed Cold Brew...
2022-09-081h 11Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 104: Call Ups, Coupons, and CraigtemberCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the latest news and analysis of the Milwaukee Brewers. Finally, the Brewers have called up some top prospects with the arrival of Garrett Mitchell and Esteury Ruiz. David and Matt discuss the promotions, the spark added to the lineup from them, why they didn't happen earlier, and why the Brewers didn't choose some of the other quality options at their disposal. Also, there's the news that Trevor Rosenthal is out for the season and David gets on his soapbox about that trade one more time. The Brewers have also reached 100 million...
2022-09-021h 08Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 103: Preparing For SeptemberCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest happenings with the Milwaukee Brewers on the Cold Brew Podcast. David and Matt discuss the Crew's performance against the Dodgers in Los Angeles, the lackluster series against the Cubs, and where the Brewers stand in the postseason races. Is the Division already out of reach? How does September line up for the Brewers to make a run like they have before? David and Matt also dive back into the trade deadline moves and how the team has responded in the weeks since, including Eric Lauer's comments about the message that...
2022-08-261h 06Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 102: Put The Bat On The BallCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the latest happenings with the Milwaukee Brewers. On this week's Cold Brew Podcast, David and Matt discuss the recent series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, how the team has continued to respond to the moves at the Trade Deadline, and where they seem to be at mentally heading into the final stretch. Also, David and Matt have a lengthy discussion on Keston Hiura and how the Brewers need to handle him, the pros and cons of playing him more often, what his future is in Milwaukee, and what he needs to...
2022-08-1958 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 101: Thrown Under The BusCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the latest surrounding the Milwaukee Brewers. After a rough first week of games post-trade deadline, the Brewers bounced back with a series win against the Rays. How does that lead them into a crucial next week of games, and how recovered is this clubhouse? Mark Attanasio and David Stearns offered more in-depth comments on the reasons behind the Josh Hader trade and David and Matt dissect those comments and what they mean for the Brewers going forward.
2022-08-121h 09Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 100: Reaction To A Disastrous Trade DeadlineCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll celebrate the 100th episode of the Cold Brew Podcast, although it's under a bit of somber circumstances as the Milwaukee Brewers Trade Deadline haul left a lot to be desired. The Brewers made three trades with each one getting worse than the one before, including the trade that sent away franchise cornerstone Josh Hader. David and Matt try to make sense of the seemingly non-sensical trade deadline moves the Brewers made, talk through what the strategy might have been, what was wrong with each move made, and where the Brewers go from here.
2022-08-051h 06Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 99: Trade Deadline TalkCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll talk some trade deadline as we are just days away from the 2022 MLB Trade Deadline. David and Matt discuss their favorite targets and many other possibilities for the Brewers at the Deadline including Josh Bell, Ramon Laureano, Trey Mancini, Brandon Drury, and so many more. Also discussed is the possibility of a Pedro Severino trade, updates from the farm on Joe Gray Jr, Jackson Chourio, and Garrett Mitchell, plus more updates on the 2022 Brewers Draft class and the latest signings.
2022-07-291h 05Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 98: MLB Draft Recap and Deadline DreamsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll recap the Milwaukee Brewers 2022 MLB Draft class haul. David and Matt discuss first round pick Eric Brown, towering flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski, Arkansas shortstop Robert Moore, and all the key members of the Crew's draft class. They go over the top targets, their favorite selections, and which players to keep an eye on as well as the Brewers strategy approaching this Draft. Also discussed this week is the rumor that Juan Soto is on the trade market and whether or not the Brewers could/would get involved and what the cost might be.
2022-07-221h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 97: 2022 MLB Draft Preview With Dan ZielinskiCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week on the podcast by Baseball Prospect Journal's Dan Zielinski. David, Matt, and Dan discuss the upcoming 2022 MLB Draft and preview how the first round could go and who the Milwaukee Brewers might select. Dan gives expert scouting reports on several top draft prospects and his thoughts on whether they might be available for the Brewers and fit their organization. Prospects covered include Drew Gilbert, Jordan Beck, Chase DeLauter, Connor Prielipp, Cooper Hjerpe, Kumar Rocker, and more including one college pitcher who Dan compared to... Brandon Woodruff. It's a must...
2022-07-151h 09Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 96: The Halfway PointCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss everything Milwaukee Brewers on the Cold Brew Podcast. This week, the Brewers reached the halfway point of the regular season and they are solidly in first place. David and Matt discuss the recent series against the Cubs at home including a walk off winner from Victor Caratini, Jason Alexander's future on this roster, Corbin Burnes' dominance, and Keston Hiura's big day on Wednesday. What should the Brewers do with Hiura? The question comes up again and Hiura is leaving Craig Counsell and David Stearns with some tough decisions. We dive into all...
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Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 94: Carolina Mudcats Update With Greg YoungCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Carolina Mudcats play-by-play broadcaster Greg Young to discuss the latest news from the Brewers prospects down in Low-A Carolina. David, Matt, and Greg discuss the meteoric rise of Jackson Chourio, the resurgence of Hedbert Perez, the experience of Willy Adames' rehab assignment in Carolina, several more top end prospects in Carolina, and Mudcats' hopes to end their playoff drought.
2022-06-231h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 93: Plans For The OffenseCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news and analysis on the Cold Brew Podcast. On this week's pod, David and Matt discuss Craig Counsell reaching the Brewers franchise record for wins, Christian Yelich's newfound success in the leadoff spot, Aaron Ashby's injury and an update on Brandon Woodruff, as well as what the future role for Brice Turang should be, how the Brewers can fix this offense, and what they need to do to revamp it this offseason.
2022-06-171h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 92: A Terrible HomestandCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the Milwaukee Brewers' recent struggles, especially on the recent homestand, where the Brewers won just one game and struggled in all facets. David and Matt also dive into Christian Yelich's struggles, how he can get back, and what fans should expect from him. Also discussed on the episode is the meteoric rise of Jackson Chourio, the returns of Willy Adames and Hunter Renfroe, as well as a potential new issue with Brandon Woodruff. All that and more in this week's Cold Brew Podcast.
2022-06-101h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 91: Luke Barker Has Been Freed, Sort OfCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll bring you all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news and analysis on this week's Cold Brew Podcast. David and Matt discuss Omar Narvaez's sudden Covid IL placement, the call up of Alex Hall, and the big string of MLB debuts and call ups over the last week as the roster shuffled due to injuries. Prospect fan favorite Luke Barker was finally freed and promoted to the big league roster, but he never got into a game before going back down. Also discussed on the podcast is the debuts of Ethan Small and Jason Alexander...
2022-06-031h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 90: Injuries Hitting HardCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the recent rash of injuries affecting the Milwaukee Brewers on this week's pod, including the injuries to Hunter Renfroe and Freddy Peralta and what those injuries mean for the Brewers and players such as Tyrone Taylor, Aaron Ashby, and Lorenzo Cain. With an open spot for the 6th man in the rotation and a doubleheader coming up, will Ethan Small get the call? David and Matt discuss that as well. Also, Keston Hiura is up and sort of performing well but also struggling a bit. What can the Brewers do with him...
2022-05-281h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 89: Roids, Rumors, and RedemptionCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news on this week's Cold Brew Podcast episode. David and Matt start off with a farm report, looking at the production of players like Joey Wiemer, Felix Valerio, and more. RHP prospect Alec Bettinger was outrighted off the 40 man with some very odd timing, which could mean many different things that we discuss including a potential impact on the major league timeline for Ethan Small and Brice Turang. Willy Adames injured his ankle this week and landed on the IL, which isn't good but there are positive...
2022-05-201h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 88: Christian Yelich Is Back?Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest happenings with the Milwaukee Brewers on the Cold Brew Podcast. On this week's episode, we discuss Christian Yelich's recent offensive surge and whether or not he is "back" to his MVP form, and Matt makes a bold declaration. Also David and Matt discuss the demotion of Keston Hiura, his future with the Brewers, Rowdy Tellez's hot streak, an injury update on Jake Cousins, and go into an in-depth discussion on potential extension candidates. The Brewers have a limited amount of players they actually can extend, so who should they prioritize...
2022-05-131h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 85: Road Trip To NashvilleCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll take their trip out to Nashville to visit the Brewers Triple-A affiliate, the Nashville Sounds. Recording from the Band Box at First Horizon Park, David and Matt discuss the trip down to Nashville, the beautiful ballpark, the prospects, and who could help soon at the big league level. Also discussed is the rehab assignment of Luis Urias, the early season successes/disappointments for the Brewers, Christian Yelich heating up at the plate, and Josh Hader as the best reliever in Brewers history? Listen to all that and more on our road trip episode o...
2022-04-2345 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 82: Getting Ready For Opening DayCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll get you caught up on all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news and analysis as we close in on Opening Day of the 2022 season. David and Matt discuss the recent signing of Jose Urena, Craig Counsell's curious quote about flamethrowing prospect Abner Uribe, Corbin Burnes being named Opening Day starter, and the arbitration results. Also as we get ready for the season we make our Bold Predictions for the year and our guesses for the Brewers win total in the 2022 season.
2022-04-011h 02Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 80: Big Bad Brad and The CutchCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss a very busy week in Milwaukee Brewers news. The Brewers signed Brad Boxberger to a one year contract, which Matt accurately predicted in last week's episode and Matt takes his victory lap. Then David and Matt discuss Boxberger's return and why it made sense from the get-go. Also discussed was the signing of Andrew McCutchen, how he will be utilized, and why this was a great move for the Brewers to make. However, this does have an impact on Tyrone Taylor, and David and Matt discuss how his role changes and the...
2022-03-171h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 79: Baseball Is Back!Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll have a big reason to celebrate this week as baseball is back! MLB and the MLBPA agreed to a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, which means spring training can start, the transaction freeze is lifted, and baseball is underway! David and Matt discuss how the negotiations got this point over the last few days, take you through the reports and emotions of the day, and break down the big changes in this CBA and how they impact the Milwaukee Brewers. Finally, David and Matt give their predictions for what the Brewers first move will...
2022-03-111h 08Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 78: Rob Manfred Is AwfulCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest news on MLB's lockout, which was thought to be ending last week, but is instead continuing because of the awfulness of Commissioner Rob Manfred, among other things. David and Matt discuss the reasons for the failure to reach a new CBA, what the loss of Opening Day means, and how we can get back to an agreement. David and Matt also have a big announcement to make regarding one of the Brewers minor league affiliates and discuss a recent hypothetical trade proposal involving Josh Hader.
2022-03-051h 03Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 77: Chatting with Brewers Prospect Gabe HoltCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Brewers infield prospect Gabe Holt, who joins the podcast from spring training in Arizona. David, Matt, and Gabe discuss the beginning of spring training, as well as Gabe's draft day experience, his 2021 season, his goals for 2022, some of his favorite teammates, stories from his time with the Carolina Mudcats, and much more. Get to know Gabe Holt a little more as he continues his rise through the Brewers farm system.
2022-02-2554 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 76: Lockout News and Notes with Robert MurrayDavid Gasper is joined on this special edition of the Cold Brew Podcast by Fansided MLB Insider Robert Murray to get the latest updates on MLB's labor negotiations and how soon we might get a CBA and get baseball back in our lives. Robert also discusses the report on David Stearns' contract and the Mets' pursuit of him, as well as what will happen once this lockout does end and what direction the Brewers will go in free agency, and teases something potentially big coming down the line.
2022-02-2139 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 75: Contracts and NegotiationsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest news surrounding Brewers baseball this week, including the day pitchers and catchers were supposed to report, but never did, the current state of the lockout, how a short spring training impacts the Brewers, and the report of new details emerging about David Stearns' contract with the Milwaukee Brewers.
2022-02-1846 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 73: The Neverending Story, Lockout EditionCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll have an in-depth discussion this week on the latest news surrounding MLB's lockout of the players and how the two sides can come to a deal and bring baseball back into our lives. There's also reports that the DH is definitely coming to the NL next year, which David and Matt agree is a tremendous positive for the Brewers, and they explain why. Also discussed is the best first round picks the Brewers have made at each position in franchise history as well as minor leaguers starting to arrive at the spring training...
2022-02-0459 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 72: Playing The Lottery With Will SammonCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Brewers beat writer for The Athletic Will Sammon. David, Matt, and Will discuss the recent MLB lockout negotiations, including reports about the DH coming to the NL and the institution of an NBA-style Draft Lottery to the MLB Draft. Also discussed with Will is the Brewers hiring of former Phillies GM Matt Klentak to a special assistant role in the front office. Among other topics discussed are: Prince Fielder's HOF ballot results and this year's HOF election, the Brewers top five big league trade chips, and a trade...
2022-01-311h 05Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 71: International Signing Period and Trade ProposalsCo-hosts David Gasper joins with Matt Carroll who returns this week as they discuss all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news and rumors. First, the Brewers hired two new coaches to the MLB coaching staff, former players Jim Henderson and Matt Erickson, who seem to be great hires. Then David and Matt discuss the International Signing Period which began last Saturday and the big prospects the Brewers signed, including Jhonny Severino, Johan Barrios, and Luis Lara, among others. David and Matt also discuss the importance of the international market, how it's grown in recent years, and how the Brewers have...
2022-01-211h 34Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 70: Hitting Dingers With Brewers OF Joey WiemerHost David Gasper is joined this week by Brewers outfield prospect and reigning Brewers minor league player of the year Joey Wiemer. They discuss Wiemer's incredible 2021 season, his offseason goals, his time in the Arizona Fall League, how he turned his 2021 season around, his MLB Draft experience, and so much more on a jam-packed interview on this week's Cold Brew Podcast episode. David finishes up the podcast discussing some actual Brewers news that came out recently on the coaching staff and the bobblehead schedule.
2022-01-1444 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 67: Drafting Our Favorite BrewersCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll take a look at a couple of hypothetical Brewers trade proposals that popped up this week on this episode of the Cold Brew Podcast. One of them was the worst trade proposal either has ever seen, and one seemed somewhat decent but still fell short of what we'd like to see to make a deal. Also in this episode, David and Matt have a draft of their Top 10 favorite Brewers players of all time, excluding the top guys of Robin Yount, Paul Molitor, Ryan Braun, Prince Fielder, and Christian Yelich, forcing a little...
2021-12-1758 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 65: Stearns At The BuzzerCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll talk about all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news. After a break over Thanksgiving, there's plenty to talk about and Brewers president of Baseball operations David Stearns gave us plenty to work with after a last-minute buzzer beater trade ahead of the lockout, acquiring Hunter Renfroe from the Red Sox for Jackie Bradley Jr and prospects David Hamilton and Alex Binelas. Why did they make this move? What does this deal mean for the team? We break down the trade in full. Also, we discuss the lockout, how MLB got to this point in...
2021-12-031h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 64: Corbin Burnes Cy Young Victory LapCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news and analysis weekly on the Cold Brew Podcast. On this week's episode, David takes a massive victory lap regarding Corbin Burnes winning the 2021 NL Cy Young award. It was a close race between Burnes and Zack Wheeler, but Burnes came out on top and David's reaction is everything you're hoping for. Also discussed on the podcast this week is what a Burnes contract extension could look like, the Mike Brosseau trade, Manny Pina's departure, and Rule 5 eligible prospects to protect.
2021-11-1958 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 63: New Hitting Coaches In TownCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all things Brewers on the Cold Brew Podcast. On this week's episode, David and Matt discuss the reports that the Mets are still continuing to pursue Brewers PBO David Stearns and are trying to wait until next year to hire him, in their latest pathetic and desperate attempt to fix their organization. Also discussed on the pod this week is the Brewers' decision to not give Avisail Garcia the Qualifying Offer, the hiring of Ozzie Timmons and Connor Dawson as the team's co-hitting coaches to replace Andy Haines, as well as some...
2021-11-121h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 60: The Search For A New Hitting CoachCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the Brewers dismissal of Andy Haines as the hitting coach this week, including what they believe ultimately led to his departure. With Haines now out of the picture, the Brewers are going to need a new hitting coach. David and Matt take a look at 8 candidates for the job, 4 internal options, and then 4 external options that could fill the role and whether they are strong contenders or not the right fit right now. This search will be an important one as whomever they choose will be tasked with getting Christian Yelich and...
2021-10-2340 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 59: Early October Exit With Adam McCalvyCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by MLB.com Brewers beat writer Adam McCalvy to discuss the Milwaukee Brewers early postseason exit and the upcoming offseason. David, Matt, and Adam discuss what went wrong for this Brewers team, when things first seemed to change, and what this early loss means for this team's construction. Christian Yelich had a rough season, how can he get back on track and be who the Brewers need him to be. We also discuss the Mets' pursuit of David Stearns for their top baseball executive job and whether he could...
2021-10-151h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 57: Punching Walls and Breaking HandsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news as the regular season winds down in this episode of the Cold Brew Podcast. The biggest news of the week was Brewers reliever Devin Williams punching a wall and breaking his hand over the weekend after the Crew clinched the NL Central title. David and Matt give their honest and occasionally explicit reactions to this news and discuss how this changes the Brewers bullpen heading into the postseason. Also, Eric Lauer is a very fun guy and has some interesting names for his pitches. Brett Anderson...
2021-10-011h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 55: No Hitter, Braun's Retirement With Jeff LeveringCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Brewers play by play announcer Jeff Levering to discuss all things Milwaukee Brewers. David, Matt, and Jeff talk about the Corbin Burnes-Josh Hader combined no-hitter from last Saturday and how David's bold prediction from before the season began came true. We also revisit the other bold predictions from before the season and if they ended up happening. We discuss the decision to remove Burnes after the eighth inning, and just how dominant this rotation has been. Brewers legend Ryan Braun also announced his retirement earlier this week. We...
2021-09-161h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 53: Double-A Biloxi Check In With Garrett GreeneCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll celebrate one whole year of the Cold Brew Podcast and joining as the guest this week is Garrett Greene, the play by play broadcaster for the Biloxi Shuckers, the Milwaukee Brewers Double-A affiliate as we continue our tour through the minor leagues. David, Matt, and Garrett discuss the Shuckers 2021 season, what it means to have fans back, and how Biloxi was impacted by the recent Hurricane Ida. Getting into the prospects, we discuss the seasons of pitchers such as Ethan Small, Zack Brown, Noah Zavolas, Leo Crawford, and Lucas Erceg. At the plate...
2021-09-031h 20Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 52: Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Update With Chris MehringCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll continue their tour through the Brewers minor league system this week. After a conversation with Carolina Mudcats broadcaster Greg Young last week, David and Matt talk with longtime Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Play-by-Play man Chris Mehring. Chris gives updates and details on all the Milwaukee Brewers top prospects that have come through Appleton and played for the Timber Rattlers this year, including the Crew's top prospect Garrett Mitchell, as well as David Hamilton, Hayden Cantrelle, Korry Howell, Joe Gray Jr, Joey Wiemer, Thomas Dillard, and many, many more. Chris also talks about some stories...
2021-08-271h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 50: Post-Trade Deadline With Will SammonCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Brewers beat writer for The Athletic, Will Sammon. David, Matt, and Will discuss several topics surrounding the Milwaukee Brewers this week, starting off with the wild and crazy 2021 MLB Trade Deadline. At the deadline, the Brewers acquired relievers Daniel Norris and John Curtiss in separate trades and we break down each of those trades, looking at what the Brewers gave up and what they are getting in return. Were the Brewers in on Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo? Will has some inside info. Also, John Axford made a...
2021-08-0649 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 49: Eduardo Escobar and the Trade DeadlineCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are back this week discussing the Milwaukee Brewers 2021 Trade Deadline. We're just a day away from the Deadline and the Brewers have already made a trade, acquiring infielder Eduardo Escobar from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for a package of low-tier prospects. David and Matt discuss what Escobar will bring to the team as well as what this means for Keston Hiura and the rest of the guys on the Brewers roster. Also, we discuss other rumors happening as of right now and our thoughts on who the Brewers might still add to...
2021-07-2941 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 48: Brewers Draft Review With Dan ZielinskiHost David Gasper is joined by the founder of Baseball Prospect Journal, Dan Zielinski, on the Cold Brew Podcast to discuss the Milwaukee Brewers 2021 Draft class. David and Dan take in-depth looks on how the draft played out and who the Brewers selected. The centerpieces of the Crew's draft were first round pick Sal Frelick, an outfielder from Boston College, Tyler Black, a second baseman from Wright State, and Alex Binelas, a third baseman from Louisville who's hometown is Oak Creek, Wisconsin. Also, the Brewers added several pitchers that seem to fall in line with previous trends and make...
2021-07-221h 11Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 47: All Star Festivities With Jake MastroianniCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Jake Mastroianni, co-host of the Locked On Brewers podcast. David, Matt, and Jake begin this week's episode by discussing the end of the first half of the season with the three losses to the Reds and where they stand heading into the All Star Break. David initiates another edition of "Conspiracy Corner" this week with a conspiracy theory on the poor umpiring in that series against the Reds. The All Star festivities were fun, including the Home Run Derby and the All Star Game, which featured several Milwaukee...
2021-07-161h 04Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 46: MLB Draft Preview with Joe DoyleCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll begin this week's episode discussing the Brewers recent trade for Rowdy Tellez, what it means for their ability to stick in the first base market, and how it impacts the rest of the Crew's deadline plans. Also, David issues his apology to Jace Peterson after his incredible and unlikely run at the plate. Plus, news from the farm has Garrett Mitchell and Joe Gray Jr making their way up the ladder with promotions. At the 27:00 mark, Matt has to jump out and MLB Draft expert and Draft Director at Prospects Live Joe Doyle...
2021-07-081h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 45: Going on a winning streakThe Milwaukee Brewers have won nine straight games! Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the Crew's recent winning streak, including a series sweep over their bitter rivals, the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs series had some very interesting games, including a 10 run eighth inning in the first one and a 15 run comeback in the series finale. David and Matt discuss the craziness of those games and that series, including the wild ejection of hitting coach Andy Haines, during an 8 run inning! The Willy Adames addition has sparked this club and sparked a new jersey purchase for David. Also, Corbin...
2021-07-0252 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 44: Reading The Room With BJ DeGrootCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by BJ DeGroot, host of BJ and the Bear in the morning on The Score in Appleton. David, Matt, and BJ begin the episode by discussing Daniel Vogelbach's hamstring injury and what it means for him and first base. Keston Hiura has gotten the call back up to the big leagues. Is it too soon? David has some thoughts on how Hiura's early promotion might actually benefit the Brewers for this season. David, Matt, and BJ also talk about the "sticky stuff" crackdown and how poorly it's going, which...
2021-06-2455 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 43: Sticky SituationsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the biggest Milwaukee Brewers news and topics in this week's Cold Brew podcast episode. After a hot stretch winning 17 of 21 games, the Brewers got swept by the Reds at home as the offense went stagnant. While there was a lot that went wrong in that series, one positive was Brett Anderson putting up a strong start, one you would expect from someone like Corbin Burnes instead, but Anderson felt like Burnes in a way he wouldn't want to as well with his lack of run support. The "sticky stuff" situation is reaching...
2021-06-1859 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 42: A Ryan Braun Comeback?Co-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Brewer Nation's Adam Rygg. David, Matt, and Adam start this week's episode by discussing the recent hot streak the Brewers have been on since the acquisition of Willy Adames. The conversation turns to the recent injury of Travis Shaw and how long he might potentially be out and what the Brewers will have to do to cover third base in the meantime. Other topics discussed include the usage of Luis Urias, Keston Hiura going back down to Triple-A and the issues at first base, Aaron Ashby moving to...
2021-06-1153 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 41: A Winning Streak With Craig CoshunCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by the host of Brewers Live on Bally Sports WI, Craig Coshun. Craig gives some quick thoughts on the upcoming Milwaukee Bucks series and tells his untold story about the creation of the phrase "Bucks in 6". Then we start the baseball discussion, looking at the recent addition of Willy Adames as the starting shortstop and how big of a role Adames played in sparking the winning streak the Brewers just went on. We get Craig's reaction to the trade as a fan and his thoughts on the move as...
2021-06-0447 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 40: Willy Adames, Andy Haines, MailbagCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll talk about all the latest Milwaukee Brewers news in this week's Cold Brew Podcast, and there is a lot to discuss. First, the big news of the week, which is the Crew's acquisition of Willy Adames from the Tampa Bay Rays. What does this mean for the Brewers future at shortstop? What does this mean for Luis Urias? What does this mean for the Brewers bullpen? All important questions to discuss. The Luis Urias/Trent Grisham trade is looking worse and worse and David is ready to make a final declaration on it...
2021-05-281h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 39: The Blame Game With Grant BilseCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Grant Bilse, the host of the Wisco Sports Show on WKTY in La Crosse. Christian Yelich has returned but that hasn't quite sparked the offense like Brewers fans hoped he initially would. Is there reason to be concerned about him or the offense? The Brewers starting rotation has been excellent, but the run support they've been getting is subpar, which is wasting so many excellent starts from what is considered 3 Cy Young candidates. David, Matt, and Grant also discuss Tony La Russa's issues as manager down in Chicago...
2021-05-211h 05Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 37: A Whirlwind Of Moves With Dario MelendezCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Bally Sports Wisconsin host Dario Melendez. David, Matt, and Dario discuss the news of Christian Yelich's return from the IL and immediate return to the IL and our levels of concern over Yelich's recurring back issues. A slew of other injuries have also hit the ballclub and we discuss how they impact the team and how the Brewers have still been able to find success despite these injuries. The clubhouse culture the Brewers have built plays a large part in that, as well as the overall roster depth...
2021-05-0658 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 36: An Un-Godley Ump Show With Matt PauleyCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Matt Pauley, host of the Brewers pre- and post-game shows on WTMJ. David and the two Matts discuss at length the horrible ump show on Wednesday by Marty Foster and all the poor decisions by that umpiring crew that impacted the game. After that, we move to the choice of Zack Godley to get the spot start in place of Brett Anderson instead of some of the more expected options. Adrian Houser went yard of Daniel Castano and there was much to discuss there including the photo of...
2021-04-2949 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 35: "Unbelievable" Performances With Sparky FiferCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Steve "Sparky" Fifer, the host of the Wendy's Big Show on the Big Show Network and the host of Sparky's Midday Madness on 1250 AM The Fan. David, Matt, and Sparky discuss the absolutely unbelievable dominance of Corbin Burnes in the starting rotation this year, the also hard to believe struggles of Keston Hiura at the plate, and the out-of-nowhere strong performances from Billy McKinney. When is it time to worry about Hiura? What are their options with him if he continues to struggle at the plate? Then David...
2021-04-221h 04Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 34: Hot Starts And Slumps With Vinny RottinoCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by former Brewers player and current Bally Sports WI analyst Vinny Rottino. David, Matt, and Vinny discuss his new job on the Brewers TV network as well as his previous job as a pro scout for the Rangers and how his perspective on the game has changed. Among the topics discussed were Keston Hiura's slump, what the causes are and how it can be fixed, the dominance of the rotation so far and how Corbin Burnes has turned himself into the best pitcher in the National League, and some...
2021-04-151h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 33: See Ya ArciaCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss a very busy week in Milwaukee Brewers baseball. First, David and Matt discuss the big news of the Orlando Arcia trade with the Atlanta Braves, talking about why it happened, who's coming back, and what happens next. Following up on David's bold prediction on last week's episode with Jeff Levering about a Brewers no-hitter this year, the Crew has had a couple of no-hit bids late into games, and the rotation has looked excellent. One player who hasn't looked excellent is Keston Hiura, and although David's been saying not to worry about...
2021-04-081h 01Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 32: Brewers Season Preview With Jeff LeveringCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week to preview the Milwaukee Brewers 2021 season by Brewers radio play-by-play announcer Jeff Levering. David, Matt, and Jeff discuss the return of baseball to the Cream City, where the team is coming out of spring training, and the importance of the return of fans to the ballpark. Having gone so long without fans has had a negative impact on everyone involved, and we discuss what it'll mean to have fans back and the impact it'll have on the team on the field. Also, we try to predict where the Brewers...
2021-04-011h 04Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 31: Roster Battles With Doug RussellCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week on the Cold Brew Podcast by Doug Russell of 97.3 The Game. David, Matt, and Doug start by discussing the dominant spring training performance of Garrett Mitchell and what his timeline to the big leagues could look like. Then the trio discusses the chances of Billy McKinney and Tyrone Taylor making the big league roster and how the Brewers will handle having so much depth across the roster and whittle it down to the 26 players on Opening Day. Among the other topics discussed are Josh Hader moving back to a...
2021-03-251h 10Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 30: Untold Stories With Tim DillardCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by recently retired former Brewers pitcher Tim Dillard. David, Matt, and Tim share plenty of laughs talking about Tim's retirement and reminiscing on his career. Tim tells the stories of when he got drafted by the Brewers in 2001 and 2002, the story of his first big league call up, the 2008 and 2011 playoff teams he was a part of, and he tells a previously untold story about the day Zack Greinke was tossed from a start in Houston in 2012 after four pitches. Remember that? Tim tells a hilarious story of the...
2021-03-181h 04Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 28: Adding Bradley With Tim AllenCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by "The Franchise" Tim Allen of 1250 AM The Fan in Milwaukee. David, Matt, and Tim discuss a variety of topics related to the Milwaukee Brewers, including the recent free agent signing of Jackie Bradley Jr, how he fits in the Brewers outfield, and what it means for the other outfielders on the Brewers roster. Among the other topics discussed is players that have surprised in spring training, players that have disappointed, and prospects we're most excited for. Also, at the end of the episode, we discuss the potential for...
2021-03-111h 10Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 27: The Shortstop "Battle" With Bill SchmidCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by 97.3 FM The Game producer and host of SportsMap All Night, Bill Schmid this week on the podcast. With Brewers spring training games underway, David, Matt, and Bill discuss what we've seen in the early returns so far in camp, who and what has impressed us to this point, as well as the rumblings of the Brewers having interest in Yoenis Cespedes. Also, it appears the Brewers might be already putting Luis Urias as the starting shortstop. Is that the right move? Matt wrote a Top 15 Brewers prospects list...
2021-03-0456 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 26: Best Shape Of My Life With JR RadcliffeCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Reporter JR Radcliffe. David, Matt, and JR discussed the biggest topics in Milwaukee Brewers news this past week. Among the topics discussed was the Jackie Bradley Jr rumors that surfaced this week and how he could fit into the Brewers roster, Mark Attanasio's comments on the start of the season and what players they went after, as well as his bid to open the stadium formerly known as Miller Park at 35% capacity on Opening Day. Also discussed was the Brewers players reporting to camp...
2021-02-2559 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 25: Spring Is Here With Jim GoulartCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Brewerfan.net's own Jim Goulart on the Cold Brew Podcast. David, Matt, and Jim discuss the origins of the Brewerfan website and the arrival of spring training. Brewers pitchers and catchers have reported to camp, so with camp kicking off, we talk about the players we're most excited to see this spring, the recent free agent additions of Travis Shaw and Brett Anderson, as well as the reported interest in Justin Turner, but the Crew's ultimate failure to sign him. The trio also talk about which non-roster invitees...
2021-02-181h 12Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 24: Ready For Baseball With Aaron AshbyCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll were joined by Milwaukee Brewers LHP prospect Aaron Ashby this week on the Cold Brew Podcast. David, Matt, and Aaron discuss Aaron's preparation for spring training, a new pitch he's throwing, goals for the 2021 season, and go through his journey from Draft Day to now. We talk about Aaron's time in Rookie ball, to Low-A Wisconsin, then High-A Carolina, as well as his 2019 Brewers Minor League Pitcher of the Year award. Then the discussion turns to Aaron's experience at the Alternate Training Site in 2020 and then at Instructional League. We also have some...
2021-02-1149 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 23: The Wong Move With B.J. DeGrootCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by B.J. DeGroot, of BJ and the Bear on 95.3 FM The Score in Appleton as our guest. David, Matt, and B.J. discuss a wild few days in Milwaukee Brewers news, leading off with the signing of free agent second baseman Kolten Wong to a multi-year contract and what his addition means for the Brewers lineup and how he fits on this roster. Also, this signing has a ripple effect on Keston Hiura and his position change that he will have to make. With the right side of...
2021-02-041h 07Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 22: Shooting The Breeze With Brewers RHP Josh LindblomCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Milwaukee Brewers RHP Josh Lindblom. The three of them discuss Josh's offseason progress, getting ready for the 2021 season and if he'll be reporting to spring training in the best shape of his life. Also, Josh talks about his return from playing in South Korea, the adjustments he had to make last season, the impact of the odd circumstances surrounding the season had on he and the rest of his Brewers teammates. Josh also discusses what he's looking to improve in 2021 with an in-depth discussion on spin efficiency and...
2021-01-281h 11Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 21: Hot Corner ProblemsCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined by Reviewing the Brew contributor Josh Waldoch on this week's episode of the Cold Brew Podcast. David, Matt, and Josh discuss the recent free agent signings, some Brewers third base targets and how they can fix the position that is currently shaping up to be dreadful, as well as how Joc Pederson might fit on this team as a free agent, the much needed bounce backs of Avisail Garcia and Lorenzo Cain, and the settled arbitration cases of Brandon Woodruff and Josh Hader, which Matt correctly predicted and David incorrectly predicted...
2021-01-211h 05Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 20: Raiding The Bargain BinCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss the latest Brewers news on this week's Cold Brew Podcast. Among the topics discussed are the Daniel Robertson and Jace Peterson signings, the infield picture and whether more moves will be coming soon, a possible Ryan Braun return and the factors that will play into his decision, where the league is on the DH, fans in the stands, and a full schedule in 2021, the upcoming arbitration cases of Brandon Woodruff and Josh Hader, as well as MLB Network's list of the top relievers in baseball and the disrespect to Devin Williams and...
2021-01-1451 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 19: Manfred Shenanigans With Matt PauleyCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined this week by Matt Pauley of 620 WTMJ and they discuss a variety of subjects including the 2021 NL Central's similarity to the 2020 NFC East, which turns into a discussion on Rob Manfred's tenure as commissioner and the direction of the game of baseball heading into 2021. Also discussed is the Brewers starting rotation picture heading into 2021 and their possible need to add a veteran starter to the mix and who that might be as well as an update on some Brewers prospects playing winter ball down in Australia.
2021-01-0759 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 18: New Year's News With Brewer NationCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined by Adam Rygg of Brewer Nation this week. David, Matt, and Adam discuss the impacts of the Blake Snell and Yu Darvish trades on the Brewers going forward, the injury news on Jacob Nottingham, a very interesting trade proposal involving Josh Hader and the Mets, as well as some more of our favorite Miller Park Moments.
2020-12-311h 00Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 16: A Crucial Year Ahead With Robert MurrayCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined by Fansided's National MLB Insider Robert Murray this week to discuss a variety of Brewers and MLB related topics. David, Matt, and Robert take a look at the recently completed Corey Knebel trade, the Brewers philosophy on left-handed pitching, the Brewers' lack of corner infield depth and power bats in the system, how this is a crucial year coming up for the franchise, who the ideal trade partner for Josh Hader is, and much, much more. You won't want to miss this week's episode of the Cold Brew Podcast with Robert...
2020-12-171h 06Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 15: Winter Meetings Rumors RoundupCo-hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll discuss all the happenings at the 2020 MLB Winter Meetings. There were rumors of a possible Brewers-Joc Pederson connection, the moves of the Rule 5 Draft, and more that happened. David and Matt also discuss Brewers GM David Stearns' batting average now that we know that number, and some possible first base targets for the Brewers to look at. Plus, with the Phillies hiring an aggressive GM in Dave Dombrowski, does this make them more likely to push for a Josh Hader trade? We discuss all that and more in this week's episode of the...
2020-12-1156 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 7: Offseason Preview With Doug RussellCo-Hosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined by Doug Russell, popular Milwaukee sports radio host and host of "The Doug Russell Podcast" on this week's episode. David, Matt, and Doug discuss the Milwaukee Brewers biggest team needs to address this offseason, contract option decisions to make, the very tight payroll budget, and play a very fun game entitled "Tender or Non-Tender!"
All of that and more in this week's episode of the Cold Brew Podcast!
2020-10-151h 11Cold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast Episode 3: A Big Week With Mixed ResultsHosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll sit down to discuss what was a very important week for the Brewers playoff hopes after games against the Cubs and Cardinals and the mixed results that came from those games.
0:00: Intro
1:30: The Alec Mills No-Hitter
5:30: First doubleheader against Cardinals
11:00: The Return of Corey Knebel
15:00: Yadier Molina/Mike Shildt clear the benches
25:00: David's Tony La Russa Story
26:00: Update on the division race/playoff chances
34:00: Craigtember just getting started?
45:00: Finding offensive consistency
50:00: Supak DFA...
2020-09-1757 minCold Brew PodcastCold Brew Podcast: Robert Murray and the Trade DeadlineHosts David Gasper and Matt Carroll are joined by former Brewers beat writer for The Athletic and National MLB Insider Robert Murray and they discuss the latest happenings with the MLB Trade Deadline, the Brewers approach to the deadline, the future of Josh Hader in Milwaukee, and much much more. The stories and insight that Murray brings makes this a can't-miss episode.
0:00: Intro/The Story of "Significant"
4:07: Clevinger Trade/Deadline
10:10: Corbin Burnes' return to dominance
20:30: The Yasmani Grandal Effect/The Pitching Lab
24:18: The Luis Urias Deal
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