After years of planning, the 2025 NFL draft is April 24-26 in Titletown. This is the first NFL Draft held in Green Bay, but there was one in downtown Milwaukee in 1939. The city, home of the Green Bay Packers, is the smallest NFL market. The Packers estimate this will bring 250,000 fans to Green Bay. The event is free to attend and will include activities such as autograph … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to Green Bay NFL Draft: Concerts, parking, tickets
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Brews’ celebrate the life of announcer Bob Uecker during opening day
On March 31, 2025 the Milwaukee Brewers hosted their home opener at American Family Field. It was a bittersweet occasion as it was the first one without beloved Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Uecker, who passed away in January 2025. The home opener included several remembrances, including Ueck’s signature across the outfield grass, a moment of silence and the Milwaukee debut of … [Read more...] about Brews’ celebrate the life of announcer Bob Uecker during opening day
George Foreman, legendary boxer, dies at 76
George Foreman, the legendary boxer and namesake of one of the most iconic cooking apparatuses of the last 30 years, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 76. A statement confirming the Texas legend’s death was shared on his Instagram page. “Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman, Sr., who … [Read more...] about George Foreman, legendary boxer, dies at 76
Milwaukee prepares to host NCAA tournament games
Fiserv Forum to host two rounds of Big Dance The madness in March is hitting Milwaukee. Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks, will host two rounds of the NCAA basketball tournament this weekend. "Milwaukee's always been a great host, but since Fiserv Forum has opened, it's become a whole new level of experience with the student athletes of NCAA," said Sports … [Read more...] about Milwaukee prepares to host NCAA tournament games
Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Former Milwaukee Bucks small forward Junior Bridgeman died Tuesday, March 11, 2025 after suffering a medical emergency in Louisville, CT according to Al J. Schneider Company, which represents the Galt House, where Bridgeman was earlier in the day. Bridgeman, 71, was a former basketball star at the University of Louisville. It happened at the Galt House during the 45th … [Read more...] about Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Felix Mantilla, one of the few surviving members of Milwaukee’s only World Series championship, himself a champion of youth baseball in the city, died on Friday, January 10, 2025. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Felix Mantilla, an iconic figure in Milwaukee who was an inspiration to all of us in the Milwaukee baseball community,” the Brewers said in a … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Gaulien ‘Gee’ Smith throw out first pitches at Milwaukee Brewers game
On Friday, September 27, 2024, Thanasis Antetokounmpo along with Gaulien "Gee" Smith, threw out two of the ceremonial first pitches at Friday’s Brewers game. Thanasis had never thrown a baseball before but the former Milwaukee Bucks forward and older brother of Giannis, finally got his first opportunity. And it came before thousands of people at American Family Field. Thanasis … [Read more...] about Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Gaulien ‘Gee’ Smith throw out first pitches at Milwaukee Brewers game
Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio becomes youngest member of MLB’s ’20-20 Club’
Jackson Chourio hit his 20th home run of the season against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, September 12, 2024, vaulting the 20-year-old Milwaukee Brewers Rookie into the esteemed '20-20 Club." Most eyes may be fixed on a handful of other standard rookies this season, but that hasn’t stopped Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio from making history. The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio becomes youngest member of MLB’s ’20-20 Club’
Just in time
The month of September is here. The race for a seat in the White House has become intense and is creating a divide in the USA. Just as things in the USA are about to come to a boiling point, football season is here to create a much-needed diversion. Just like Superman flying in to save the day, football is here to save the minds of US citizens. The illogical statements made … [Read more...] about Just in time
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers paid tribute to the 1923 Milwaukee Bears and the rich history of the Negro Leagues with the Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game (NLTG). A pre-game ceremony honored the impact of the Negro Leagues with a meaningful “Pass the Bat” ceremony (top photo, from left) with Dennis Biddle, Larry Hisle, Blake Perkins and RBI Athlete Matthew … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues