2009 Milwaukee Brewers
Third Place, National League Central
Win-Loss 80 – 82 Team Average 0.263
Runs-Runs Allowed 785 – 818 Team OBP 0.341
Team ERA 4.83 Team SLG 0.426
Team WHIP 1.47 Team OPS 0.767

Incoming

Date Player Type Team Positions
02/12/10 Corey Hart Club won arbitration Brewers OF RF
02/09/10 Scott Schoeneweis Minor League Deal Diamondbacks RP
01/28/10 Jim Edmonds Minor League Deal - OF CF
01/26/10 Carlos Villanueva Avoided arbitration Brewers RP
01/25/10 David Bush Avoided arbitration Brewers SP
01/21/10 Todd Coffey Avoided arbitration Brewers RP
01/20/10 Doug Davis Signed Deal Diamondbacks SP
01/19/10 Rickie Weeks Avoided arbitration Brewers 2B
01/19/10 Carlos Gomez Avoided arbitration Twins OF CF
01/18/10 Jody Gerut Avoided arbitration Brewers OF CF RF
01/14/10 Norris Hopper Minor League Deal - OF CF LF RF
12/18/09 Claudio Vargas Signed Deal Brewers SP RP
12/18/09 Kameron Loe Minor League Deal - SP RP
12/18/09 Matt Treanor Minor League Deal Tigers C
12/15/09 Mark DiFelice Minor League Deal Brewers RP
12/15/09 A.J. Murray Minor League Deal - RP
12/14/09 Randy Wolf Signed Deal Dodgers SP
12/14/09 Craig Counsell Signed Deal Brewers 2B 3B SS
12/10/09 LaTroy Hawkins Signed Deal Astros CL RP
12/04/09 Gregg Zaun Signed Deal Rays C
12/01/09 John Halama Minor League Deal - RP
11/23/09 Chris Capuano Minor League Deal - SP
10/05/09 Trevor Hoffman Re-signed Brewers CL
11/06/09 Carlos Gomez Trade - OF CF
11/18/09 George Kottaras Claimed on waivers - C
12/07/09 Luis Cruz Claimed on waivers - SS
01/27/10 Joe Inglett Claimed on waivers - 2B OF LF
02/03/10 Marco Estrada Claimed on waivers - RP

Outgoing

Date Player Type Team
02/26/10 Felipe Lopez Signed Deal Cardinals
02/10/10 Jesus Colome Minor League Deal Mariners
02/01/10 Seth McClung Minor League Deal Marlins
01/30/10 Frank Catalanotto Minor League Deal Mets
01/19/10 J.J. Hardy Avoided arbitration Twins
01/13/10 Brad Nelson Minor League Deal Mariners
12/21/09 Mike Rivera Minor League Deal Yankees
12/15/09 Mike Cameron Signed Deal Red Sox
12/11/09 Chris Duffy Minor League Deal Phillies
12/11/09 Jason Kendall Signed Deal Royals
12/09/09 Corey Patterson Minor League Deal Mariners
12/04/09 Carlos Corporan Minor League Deal Diamondbacks
11/14/09 R.J. Swindle Minor League Deal Rays
10/26/09 Jason Bourgeois Minor League Deal Astros
11/06/09 J.J. Hardy Trade Twins
03/13/10 Hernan Iribarren Claimed on waivers Rangers
Brewers Articles
Brewers News

Chris Capuano – Brewers – 3/16 4:47 pm

Chris Capuano has been shut down indefinitely with elbow inflammation.

John Halama – Brewers – 3/16 4:05 pm

Brewers released LHP John Halama.

A.J. Murray – Brewers – 3/15 8:34 pm

Brewers reassigned LHP A.J. Murray and catcher Martin Maldonado to minor league camp; optioned RHPs Mark Rogers and Amaury Rivas to Double-A Huntsville.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 3/14 12:33 am

Craig Counsell was scratched from Saturday’s action due to a stiff neck.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 2/27 2:13 am

Jon Heyman of SI.com reports that Felipe Lopez will make a $1.75 million base salary in his new one-year contract with the Cardinals.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 2/27 1:34 am

The Cardinals have signed infielder Felipe Lopez to a one-year, $2 million contract, according to Buster Olney of ESPN.com.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 2/27 12:41 am

The Cardinals are close to signing free agent infielder Felipe Lopez to a one-year contract, reports Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

Chris Capuano – Brewers – 2/23 9:38 pm

Chris Capuano (Tommy John surgery) threw his first major league bullpen session in almost two years on Tuesday.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 2/23 9:26 pm

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that ‘an official involved in the Felipe Lopez bidding’ believes he will sign with the Cardinals.

Braden Looper – Free Agent – 2/23 12:42 am

According to MLB.com’s Ken Gurnick, the Dodgers are interested in free agent righty Braden Looper but not at his current asking price.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 2/22 11:03 pm

MLB.com’s T.R. Sullivan heard Monday that the Rangers are not currently interested in free agent utilityman Felipe Lopez.

Eric Gagne – Brewers – 2/19 2:20 am

MLB.com reports that the Dodgers have signed Eric Gagne to a minor league contract.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 2/17 11:03 pm

The Cardinals and Padres are among four teams pursuing free agent Felipe Lopez, according to FOXSports.com’s Jon Paul Morosi.

Eric Gagne – Brewers – 2/16 11:37 pm

Free agent reliever Eric Gagne worked out for the Rockies in Arizona on Tuesday, according to a story by MLB.com’s Thomas Harding.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 2/13 3:29 am

According to Jayson Stark of ESPN.com, free agent infielder Felipe Lopez has fired agent Scott Boras.

Frank Catalanotto – Brewers – 1/30 5:58 pm

The Mets have signed Frank Catalanotto to a minor league deal, reports Marc Carig of the Star-Ledger

Frank Catalanotto – Brewers – 1/29 8:15 pm

SI.com’s Jon Heyman reports that the Mets are among three teams looking at free agent utilityman Frank Catalanotto.

Braden Looper – Free Agent – 1/29 1:55 am

The Mets are ‘looking at’ free agent right-hander Braden Looper, reports Jayson Stark of ESPN.com.

Jim Edmonds – Brewers – 1/28 8:03 pm

Brewers signed OF Jim Edmonds to a minor league contract.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/26 5:55 pm

According to CBSSports.com, the A’s have agreed to terms with right-hander Ben Sheets on a one-year contract worth around $8 million.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/26 1:49 pm

Mychael Urban of CSNBayArea.com reports that the A’s have made a ‘competitive offer’ to free agent right-hander Ben Sheets.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/25 7:07 pm

Free agent right-hander Ben Sheets is seeking a guaranteed salary of $8 million in 2010, according to SI.com’s Jon Heyman.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/25 5:29 pm

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that the Athletics are trying to sign free agent right-hander Ben Sheets.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/25 4:58 pm

Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that it’s to be determined whether Ben Sheets will throw again for clubs this week.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/20 1:36 pm

Ben Sheets topped out at 90-91 MPH during his short throwing session Tuesday in front of interested major league clubs.

Eric Gagne – Brewers – 1/20 1:18 pm

According to a report out of Quebec, passed along by the Philadelphia Daily News, Eric Gagne will work out in front of Phillies scouts this week.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/19 2:45 am

The Mets plan to attend Ben Sheets’ throwing session Tuesday afternoon at the University of Louisiana.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/15 2:01 am

The Blue Jays are among the teams expected to attend Ben Sheets’ throwing session next Tuesday at the University of Louisiana.

Norris Hopper – Brewers – 1/14 11:10 pm

Brewers signed OF Norris Hopper to a minor league contract.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/13 11:58 pm

Ben Sheets will conduct a pitching session at the University of Louisiana for teams interested in signing him to a contract.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/12 3:06 am

According to Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune, the Cubs ‘plan to make a run’ at free agent right-hander Ben Sheets.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/9 10:11 pm

Orioles team president Andy MacPhail asked for the medical records on free agent right-hander Ben Sheets, but never received them, reports Roch Kubato of MASNSports.com.

Chris Capuano – Brewers – 1/9 9:58 pm

Chris Capuano (elbow) is optimistic about his chances for earning a roster spot with the Brewers.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/6 8:28 pm

David Murphy of the Philadelphia Daily News reports that the Phillies have touched base with the agents for free agent right-handers Ben Sheets and Chien-Ming Wang.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 1/4 1:49 pm

Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that the Mets have turned their attention to a pool of starting pitchers that includes Ben Sheets, Joel Pineiro and Jon Garland.

Felipe Lopez – Brewers – 12/29 3:33 pm

According to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Cardinals ‘are known to have interest’ in free agent Felipe Lopez.

Claudio Vargas – Brewers – 12/19 12:05 am

Brewers re-signed RHP Claudio Vargas to a one-year, $900,000 contract.

Matt Treanor – Brewers – 12/18 10:45 pm

Brewers signed C Matt Treanor to a minor league contract.

Kameron Loe – Brewers – 12/18 6:26 pm

Brewers signed RHP Kameron Loe to a minor league contract.

Claudio Vargas – Brewers – 12/18 4:04 pm

Claudio Vargas is scheduled to take a physical in Milwaukee on Friday in order to finalize his one-year extension with the Brewers.

Mike Cameron – Brewers – 12/16 1:36 pm

According to Michael Silverman of the Boston Herald, Mike Cameron’s two-year deal with the Red Sox contains a limited no-trade clause.

A.J. Murray – Brewers – 12/16 12:07 am

Brewers signed LHP A.J. Murray to a minor league contract.

Mark DiFelice – Brewers – 12/16 12:04 am

Brewers signed RHP Mark DiFelice to a minor league contract.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 12/15 5:17 pm

According to FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal, the Yankees are ‘very interested’ in Ben Sheets but believe he is in no rush to sign.

Mike Cameron – Brewers – 12/15 4:33 am

Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe has confirmed that Mike Cameron and the Red Sox have reached agreement on a two-year, $15.5 million contract.

Mike Cameron – Brewers – 12/15 2:00 am

FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal reports the Red Sox and Mike Cameron are closing in on a two-year deal worth around $15.5 million.

Mike Cameron – Brewers – 12/14 11:33 pm

According to FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal, the Red Sox are in serious talks with free agent outfielder Mike Cameron on a two-year deal.

Claudio Vargas – Brewers – 12/14 9:35 pm

Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports the Brewers have agreed to a deal to re-sign Claudio Vargas.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/14 7:31 pm

Brewers re-signed INF Craig Counsell to a one-year contract.

Randy Wolf – Brewers – 12/14 7:08 pm

Brewers signed LHP Randy Wolf to a three-year, $29.75 million contract.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/13 2:10 pm

Brewers GM Doug Melvin confirmed to Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel that he has a tentative agreement in place to bring back Craig Counsell.

Seth McClung – Brewers – 12/13 1:54 am

Brewers non-tendered RHP Seth McClung.

Mike Rivera – Brewers – 12/13 1:52 am

Brewers non-tendered catcher Mike Rivera.

Mark DiFelice – Brewers – 12/13 1:50 am

Brewers non-tendered RHP Mark DiFelice.

Seth McClung – Brewers – 12/12 1:21 pm

Seth McClung told fans on his Twitter account that he will be non-tendered a contract.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/12 1:13 am

Craig Counsell’s agent Barry Meister said his client hopes to make a decision on his future by Monday.

LaTroy Hawkins – Brewers – 12/10 9:54 pm

Brewers signed RHP LaTroy Hawkins to a two-year, $7.5 million contract.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/10 7:16 pm

According to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com, the Brewers sweetened their offer for free agent infielder Craig Counsell on Thursday morning.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/10 1:37 am

Craig Counsell’s agent, Barry Meister, said he had a good meeting with Brewers management on Wednesday.

Jason Kendall – Brewers – 12/10 1:02 am

The Royals have offered free agent catcher Jason Kendall a two-year deal, reports the Kansas City Star’s Bob Dutton.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 12/9 9:11 pm

Richard Durrett of ESPNDallas.com writes that right-hander Ben Sheets could seek up to $12 million in free agency.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/9 7:41 pm

Reds general manager Walt Jocketty said the club has interest in free agent infielder Craig Counsell.

Gregg Zaun – Brewers – 12/9 2:14 am

Brewers manager Ken Macha said Tuesday that he’s hoping to get at least 100 games out of catcher Gregg Zaun next season.

Jason Kendall – Brewers – 12/8 11:40 pm

The Rangers are interested in catcher Jason Kendall, reports Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News.

Claudio Vargas – Brewers – 12/8 10:32 pm

MLB.com’s Adam McCalvy reports the Brewers are close to re-signing Claudio Vargas and will have him serve as a reliever.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 12/8 9:37 pm

According to T.R. Sullivan of MLB.com, the Rangers have requested a medical update on free agent Ben Sheets.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 12/8 6:51 pm

Ben Sheets’ agent Casey Close will meet with the Mets and Yankees, among other teams, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/8 6:37 pm

According to MLB.com’s Adam McCalvy, free agent infielder Craig Counsell is seeking a two-year deal this winter.

Jason Kendall – Brewers – 12/8 1:36 pm

Tracy Ringolsby of FOXSports.com reports that free agent catcher Jason Kendall is ‘focusing on a possible contract with Kansas City.’

Braden Looper – Free Agent – 12/8 1:28 am

Free agent right-hander Braden Looper told FOXSports.com on Monday that he would like to pitch for the Cubs in 2010.

Mark DiFelice – Brewers – 12/7 8:22 pm

Brewers right-hander Mark DiFelice will likely miss 2010 after undergoing shoulder surgery this week to repair a torn labrum and rotator cuff.

Mark DiFelice – Brewers – 12/7 7:32 pm

Brewers right-hander Mark DiFelice underwent shoulder surgery this week to repair a torn labrum and rotator cuff.

Mike Cameron – Brewers – 12/5 3:29 pm

Mike Cameron is the Cubs’ top option to play center field, reports Gordon Wittenmeyer of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Jason Kendall – Brewers – 12/5 3:13 am

A source told Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse that free agent catcher Jason Kendall wanted $5 million to stay with the Brewers.

Gregg Zaun – Brewers – 12/4 7:41 pm

Brewers signed catcher Gregg Zaun to a one-year, $1.9 million contract with an option for 2011 worth $2.25 million.

Gregg Zaun – Brewers – 12/4 7:26 pm

According to Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports, Gregg Zaun’s deal with the Brewers is worth $2.15 million guaranteed.

Gregg Zaun – Brewers – 12/4 7:16 pm

Gregg Zaun has agreed to terms with the Brewers, according to MLB.com.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 12/4 2:57 pm

The Brewers plan to offer a contract soon to free agent Craig Counsell, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Mike Cameron – Brewers – 12/1 11:06 pm

The Brewers will not offer arbitration to any of their free agents.

John Halama – Brewers – 12/1 9:26 pm

Brewers signed LHP John Halama to a minor league contract.

Mike Cameron – Brewers – 12/1 2:00 pm

Free agent outfielder Mike Cameron told ESPN.com’s Buster Olney this week that he wants to play for a contender in 2010.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 11/27 3:04 pm

Orioles president Andy MacPhail acknowledged Thursday that the O’s will consider adding a high-risk, high-reward pitcher like Ben Sheets.

Chris Capuano – Brewers – 11/23 10:43 pm

Brewers signed Chris Capuano to a minor league contract.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 11/23 8:27 pm

The Mets are interested in free agent starter Ben Sheets, according to the New York Post.

George Kottaras – Free Agent – 11/18 8:49 pm

Brewers claimed catcher George Kottaras off waivers from Red Sox.

Eric Gagne – Brewers – 11/17 9:55 pm

The Brewers are unlikely to bring back Eric Gagne, reports Adam McCalvy of MLB.com.

Craig Counsell – Brewers – 11/16 5:02 pm

Craig Counsell has attracted interest from 12 teams, reports Buster Olney of ESPN.com.

Eric Gagne – Brewers – 11/14 1:11 am

Tim Brown of Yahoo Sports! writes that Eric Gagne hopes to return to the major leagues as a starting pitcher.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 11/13 8:07 pm

Ben Sheets’ agent, Casey Close, said Friday afternoon that his client fully intends to pitch in the upcoming season.

Braden Looper – Free Agent – 11/13 6:04 pm

According to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com, the Brewers have declined RHP Braden Looper’s $6.5 million option for 2010.

Braden Looper – Free Agent – 11/13 2:10 pm

The Brewers have until Saturday to make a decision on Braden Looper’s $6.5 million mutual option for 2010.

Jason Kendall – Brewers – 11/11 10:02 pm

Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that the Brewers don’t intend to bring back Jason Kendall unless he takes a pay cut.

Ben Sheets – Brewers – 11/11 7:01 pm

Jeff Fletcher of AOL Fanhouse suggests that Ben Sheets may not try a comeback.

Dave Weathers – Free Agent – 11/6 7:41 pm

Brewers declined RHP David Weathers’ $3.7 million option for 2010.