[Nick Soulis]

MILWAUKEE BREWERS

Overall (3190-3528 W-L, 1969 - 2011) - 1 Pennant and 3 Playoff Appearances

Ball Park: Miller Park

Manager: Harvey Kuenn

C	BJ Shuroff	Dave Nillson
1B	Cecil Cooper	Richie Sexson
2B	Paul Molitor	Rickie Weeks
3B	Sal Bando	Jeff Cirillo
SS	Robin Yount
OF	Ryan Braun	Geoff Jenkins
OF	Gary Sheffield	Gorman Thomas
OF	Ben Oglive	Sixto Lezcano
DH	Prince Fielder
SP	Teddy Higuera
SP	Don Sutton
SP	Mike Caldwell
SP	Ben Sheets	Moose Haas
CL	Rollie Fingers

Catchers - Without an extensive history, like many of the positions the Brewers are looking for stability at catcher. BJ Shuroff is a .282 career hitter and a player that simply does his job well. Dave Nillson will have a real chance to play at this position too, Nilsson have some real pop in his bat even if his glove isnt the best; the dimensions of Miller Park were a natural fit for him.

First Base - The smooth solid swing of Cecil Cooper is remembered by al Brewer fans as are his trademark glasses. Cooper is a clutch hitter who hit .298 in his career including one season over .350. Cecil Fielder can play here as well but his big swing is slated for DH. Another big bat that may make the roster is that of Richie Sexson who is another perfect fit for the park and can also defend well.

Second Base - The solid play of Paul Molitor works at a few diffrent positions but the Hall of Famer will do his work at second. Molitor is one of the smartest players anyone can imagine playing and will be the main feeder at the top of the lineup. Jeff Cirillo is remembered fondly by the Brewer faithful and will get his turns as a secondary infielder for this team.

Short Stop - One of the very best ever to play at this position as well. Robin Yount by many is considered the best player on this team and his chemistry with Molitor is something fun to watch. Yount will have to drive in runs and give support to the home run men. No real backup at this position but Rickie Weeks is on the long term roster and can be used by Yount is expected to play every moment he can.

Third Base - Sal Bando by passes his time with the A's to help the Brewers become winners. Bando if anything is a winner and will bring a fine character to a team that cant afford many mistakes. Bando has some pop but cant contribute to the strike out problem this team may have. Gary Sheffield can back up at this position if needed.

Outfield - The speed of Ben Oglive will be part of this lineup and the center fielder also can hit for some pop and drive in runs, Oglive is the perfect type of player this team needs. Gary Sheffield finds a home where he started his career and will be the main figuire exepected to drive in runs in the middle of the order. Sheff has a bat as fast as anyone. Ryan Braun may be young but to his credit is already in a position to make a diffrence for this team. Braun is a confident hitter who should be watched closely. The bench is a power sourse as Gorman Thomas as Geoff Jenkins both swing for the fences and will put fear in teams as pinch hitters. Finally Sixto Lezcano rounds the roster out well and is sure to get some time to rest Oglive when needed.

Designated Hitter - The big Prince will reside in this spot with some consistent support from Sexton. Both men will be out to help Sheffield and Yount get the runs home but in this division it wont be easy with all the excellent arms. Keeping strikeouts done for Fielder and Sexton will be easier said then done. Some majestic shots should be expected however.

Starting Pitchers - With no room in LA, Don Sutton will try and carry much of the load as the ace for the Brewers. Sutton is a crafty starter who wins alot of games and should get the lead to the bullpen. Teddy Higuera could be a wild card man on this team as he could be unhittable or could miss his spots; his performance will be key. Mike Caldwell had a nice run with the Brewers in the early 80's and will have a spot to prove his worth to start the year. Caldwell in another one who cant try to do too much. Moose Haas and Ben Sheets round off the starting arms and Sheets when at his best will be the man for the job as he has more of an upside then Haas. Still Ben Sheets and his underachieving story is well known to all Brewer fans.

Closer - Facial hair isnt a problem on this team and Rollie Fingers is the leader of that catagory. More then that however Fingers is a rare closer who can go more then two innings and is expected to pitch a ton for this team. He will be depended on to get the big outs against the likes of Snider and Mays, not an easy task especially at Miller Park.

Spring Training Battles
Ben Sheets vs Moose Haas (Rotation)
Cecil Fielder vs Richie Sexson (DH)

Cooperstown Rating
Hitting - B-
Defense - B-
Starting pitching - C
Bullpen - B+
Prediction: 72-90

Quick word with Harvey Kuenn
"We need to take advanatage of our park and its dimensions. Let there be no doubt that we will be swinging for the fences."