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
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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
Ryan Braun joins Brewers ‘Walk of Fame’
Ryan Braun, the Brewers all-time homerun leader, six-time All-Star, 2007 National League Rookie of the Year and 2011 National League Most Valuable Player (MVP), was inducted into the Brewers Walk of Fame, one of the Club’s highest honors, on Sunday, July 28, 2024, in a pre-game ceremony at American Family Field. Braun played his entire 14-year Major League career with the … [Read more...] about Ryan Braun joins Brewers ‘Walk of Fame’
Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
The Fellowship Open, one of the nation’s premiere corporate and community charity golf events for 24 consecutive years, announced its 2024 Legends Honorees – Milwaukee Brewers Associate Manager Rickie Weeks, and Milwaukee Bucks Assistant Coach Vin Baker. Weeks was honored during the Brewers home stand at American Family Field on Monday, June 24, 2024. The popular and … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
Willie Mays, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, dies at age 93
Willie Mays, the iconic baseball legend whose remarkable career spanned 22 seasons, has died, the San Francisco Giants announced Tuesday, June 18, 2024. He was 93. Mays "passed away peacefully this afternoon," the Giants said in a statement. "All of Major League Baseball is in mourning today as we are gathered at the very ballpark where a career and a legacy like no … [Read more...] about Willie Mays, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, dies at age 93
Snoop Dogg visits the Milwaukee Brewers
On Saturday, June 15, 2024, a packed crowd at American Family Field was treated to a surprise first pitch by award-winning rapper and cultural icon Snoop Dogg. Just prior to the Milwaukee Brewers taking on the Cincinnati Reds, he took the mound donning a cream Brewers jersey. Snoop Dogg also called an inning of the Brewers game in the Brewers' broadcast booth with Brian … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg visits the Milwaukee Brewers
Bucks fans optimistic after playoff opener win
Milwaukee Bucks fans packed Deer District Sunday for the team’s win in the their first playoff game against the Indiana Pacers Milwaukee Bucks fans packed the Deer District Sunday, April 21, 2024, for the team’s first playoff game against the Indiana Pacers. With the team winning 109-94, the fans were ecstatic leaving Fiserv Forum. “Especially since we won the first … [Read more...] about Bucks fans optimistic after playoff opener win
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 2024 Opening Day at American Family Field
The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their 2024 Opening Day at American Family Field against the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 after a successful first series sweep over the New York Mets. Despite the rain and cold, the game was a sell-out. Jackson Chourio singled in a run in his first American Family Field plate appearance; Christian Yelich homered; and the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 2024 Opening Day at American Family Field