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Jake McKibbin
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I love baseball, statistics and talking about baseball and statistics
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On a more fun note, Jake Bauers had an in zone contract rate of 91.2% in September, an 18.8% strikeout rate and his bat speed was the fifth highest jump in baseball (min 100 swings per season) from 2024 to 2025. With tangible changes, is he the incumbent 1B in 2026?
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Jake Bauers Made Big Changes in 2025, and His Roster Spot Should Be Safe for 2026
Jake Bauers produced some freakish performance on his return from injury this season. Here's how he asserted himself as a fixture on the Brewers' roster in the short term, a year after being a minor-l...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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The upcoming CBA makes the current revenue sharing model a hot topic. I can see two financial loopholes and a lack of meritocracy that make the biggest dent in what could still be an effective system
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MLB's Revenue-Sharing Model Has Two Big Problems. How Can They Be Fixed?
Revenue sharing, in its current format, is effective—but two big loopholes compromise it. Could a performance-based reward address them?
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November 6, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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I'm gonna talk so much crap
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Working on a new, fun podcast to do with @jakemckibbin.bsky.social :

94 Problems: A Cubs/Brewers Podcast.
November 4, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Brandon Woodruff is 99% certain to decline his mutual option, but the Brewers may be uniquely placed in negotiations to bring him back to Milwaukee on a longer deal that suits both parties thanks to QO rules👇
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If Brandon Woodruff Declines His Side of Mutual Option, is a Brewers Reunion Still Possible?
Image courtesy of © Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Brandon Woodruff encapsulates the Milwaukee Brewers in many ways. He's shown the adaptability, fierce c...
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October 27, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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An early roster projection allows us to guesstimate the Brewers financial flexibility for 2026 to address some key weaknesses. I've dived into how much the Brewers may have to spend this season, and the factors surrounding how they use those funds:
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Do Brewers Have Financial Flexibility for Big Acquisitions This Offseason?
The Brewers have a roster full of depth and quality, but there are some positions they'll want to address entering 2026. Do they have the payroll flexibility to make moves?
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October 21, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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It took all of a day for Freddy Peralta trade rumors to surface. I took some time to note why the Brewers have to be open to offers, and what considerations come into play regarding their ace this offseason 👇
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Why the Brewers Have to At Least Consider a Freddy Peralta Trade
It took all of a day after the Brewers' exit for rumors to swirl around the fate of Freddy Peralta, and the decision certainly isn't black and white. Here are some of the layers to consider:
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October 20, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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A eulogy for the 2025 #Brewers: brewerfanatic.com/news-rumors/...
So Close to Perfect It Hurts
Unceremoniously, unsatisfyingly, unhappily, the 2025 Brewers' season ended Friday night, as the Los Angeles Dodgers swept them out of the NLCS. That wasn't the measure of the experience, though. This ...
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October 18, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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Interestingly, the Brewers have been dominated by changeups in the NLCS, but they actually ranked 6th in xWOBA, and had the second lowest whiff rate in baseball against off speed pitches.
If they can lock into Glasgow tonight, who doesn't get much chase, they have a shot
The stuff is legit mind
October 16, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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The supreme overlord at Diamond centric and myself got together for a quick natter over yesterday's game and a big game two for the Crew today if anyone wants some pre-game listens 👀
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Brewers Lose NLCS Game 1 To Dodgers, Prepare For Game 2
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October 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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I became a baseball fan in 2019. Thanks to my cousin, the Milwaukee Brewers are my team. Many have asked "why the Brewers"?. This is why. This organisation is special, and I'm halfway to a tear to finally see them win a playoff series. Two series from a WS Win.
Let's. Fucking. Go
October 12, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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Been loving the postgame livestreams on the @brewerfanatic.com YouTube channel, and @jakemckibbin.bsky.social and Jason Wang killed it on this preview of Game 5, too. Watch, enjoy, like, subscribe! www.youtube.com/live/yd_3-ID...
Brewers-Cubs Game 5 Winner-Take-All Preview
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October 11, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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In light of the recent games at Wrigley field, it might not be easy to see but the Brewers have some small advantages besides home field advantage that could make all the difference in game five:
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Brewers Head Into Elimination Game Against Cubs With Several Advantages
After going up 2-0, the Brewers seemed destined for their first playoff series win since 2018. While that didn't happen in Chicago, they return to Uecker Field with an advantage (on paper) that they m...
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October 10, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Chicago Cubs in the '25 postseason

WC game 1 - 13 K's
WC game 2 - 11 K's
WC game 3 - 11 K's
DS game 1 - 12 K's
DS game 2 - 11 K's

That's a 34.5% strikeout rate this postseason

The Brewers conversely have the highest xWoBA so far in an obviously giant sample size with a 16.7% strikeout rate
October 7, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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With an under-examined move on Saturday, the Milwaukee Brewers appear to have set their playoff rotation, with Jacob Misiorowski on the outside looking in. More 👇
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With a Subtle Move, Milwaukee Brewers Line Up Their NLDS Rotation
The Brewers made a subtle move on Saturday to re-align their rotation, with some noticeable playoff implications. Here's how the Brewers may be preparing for the NLDS:
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September 15, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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ICYMI: Andrew Vaughn has seen some of his power dissipate as opposing pitchers have changed their approach, but that's not to say he's lost his value. #brewers #milwaukee #thisismycrew
Pitchers Are Keeping Down And Dirty To Andrew Vaughn, And It's Sapping His Pop
Andrew Vaughn has seen some of his power dissipate as opposing pitchers have changed their approach, but that's not to say he's lost his value.
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August 31, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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Aaron Ashby is filthy dude.
Jeremy Maschino's dynamic dead zone model highlights why hitters can't barrel him up. Every pitch drops noticeably more than a hitter would expect from that release point (solid circles are the actual movement ranges, shadows are expected movement). Like a LOT more
August 20, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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Amidst yet another remarkable winning streak with some sparkling plays and clutch moments, I thought it's about time to question if this is a lucky stretch as some suggest, or if the #brewers are just an extraordinary team capable of winning it all 👇
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Are the Brewers Lucky, or Are They Just an Extraordinary Team?
The Milwaukee Brewers' franchise-record run of form is defying all odds, and the hot topic of the week is: are the Brewers just lucky?
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August 11, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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@rdtopp.bsky.social that's how Trevor Megill's fastball looks compared to the "dead zone"
August 11, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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Rumours are swirling about the #brewers heavily considering a Jacob Misiorowski extension. With the young phenom's dominant displays since exploding onto the big stage, just what might that contract look like? More @brewerfanatic.com 👇
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What Would A Fair Jacob Misiorowski Extension Look Like?
Rumors are swirling that the Brewers have started discussing a Jacob Misiorowski extension, but what would a fair deal look like?
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July 18, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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The #Brewers saved slot money on day one, and should be set for some flashy picks on day two. This is when they usually COOK (as does Ginger Poison, IYKYk) so it's essential to tune in. Join us for all draft related chat, analysis and coverage @brewerfanatic.com
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2025 MLB Draft Day 2 Thread
Come follow along with us as the Brewers make their picks on Day 2 of the 2025 MLB draft for analysis and discussion on each pick as it comes.
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July 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Forecast for Saturday's @brewerfanatic.com event is looking good now!

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July 11, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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So I have an idea for how the #Brewers manage their rotation in July:
- Misiorowski gets an extended break post ASB
- Cortes to return post ASB in his spot
- Quintana traded at the deadline as Misiorowski builds back up after 15-20 days off
Thoughts?
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One Way Milwaukee Brewers Could Manage Jacob Misiorowski's Workload with Minimal Impact
With Jacob Misiorowski set to blow past his previous career high in innings, one management plan in July could allow him to remain effective and safe in September (and October)
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July 7, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Christian Yelich's recent form has been something to behold, with six HR's in his last seven games. He's also, just maybe, giving us reason to believe he's unlocked himself once more a la his 2018/19 iteration. Here's why you should be optimistic👇
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Christian Yelich Has Found His Timing—and Intriguing Hints of His MVP Form
It took a while, but Christian Yelich has found his timing and is back to crushing baseballs. Under the hood, he's also showing signs that his ceiling is undiminished by age or injury.
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June 3, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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The culmination of my recent dives, and perhaps the one I'm most proud of, I think I've found some diagnostics on both Christian Yelich and William Contreras, covering their struggles and why they're not as far away as you think... More @brewerfanatic.com 👇 enjoy!
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New Statcast Swing Data Gives Both Diagnosis and Treatment Information on Struggling Christian Yelich, William Contreras
With Statcast's new toys, can we now pinpoint the core reasons behind the struggles of both William Contreras and Christian Yelich?
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May 26, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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Garrett Mitchell's swing changes are now tangibly measurable, so this weekend I dug into its effects on his high fastball problem and whether it's compromising his ability to punish breaking balls. Most importantly, can he have the best of both worlds?
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Garrett Mitchell Has Tightened Up On High Fastballs, But Can He Revert To Damaging Breaking Pitches On His Return
Garrett Mitchell has started to fix his high fastball issues, but at the detriment of his punishment to off-speed pitches. With new swing data, can we see a path to creating the best of both worlds?
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May 24, 2025 at 6:41 PM