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Section 422: A show about the Milwaukee Brewers

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Derek VanRiper and Will Sammon discuss all things Brewers throughout the year. From the press box to the parking lot -- and everywhere in between -- they cover the most important stories surrounding the team.

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Will and DVR hand out virtual hardware for Most Valuable Player, Most Improved Player, and Rookie of the Year, and share their thoughts on prospect development at the alternate site in Appleton. Rundown2:00 BA is Playing Deep into October3:52 The Brewers' Rookie of the Year10:29 Most Improved Player 15:27 Unheralded Contributors for The Crew in 202022:41 Prospect Development at the Alternate Site in AppletonFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month at theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Will and DVR discuss the future of Ryan Braun and consider the possibility that he's played his last game in a Brewers uniform before discussing the team's best trade chips and several key questions as the offseason begins.Rundown1:25 Ryan Braun’s Future9:11 Josh Hader and the Brewers’ Trade Chips18:14 Looking for Potential Partners to Deal20:34 Omar Narváez and Tough Individual Decisions27:04 What Might the 2021 Payroll Look Like?Follow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back to the playoffs!

Back to the playoffs!

2020-09-3031:02

Will and DVR discuss the Brewers' arrival in the postseason for the third consecutive year and the tall task ahead with a Wild Card matchup against the top-seeded Dodgers. Rundown1:37 Anything Can Happen in a Best-of-Three Series3:58 How Well Do the Brewers Have to Play to Pull the Upset?6:32 Choosing Excitement over Frustration9:35 Remember the 2018 NLCS?14:11 Daniel Vogelbach Status15:45 Brewers Game 1 Considerations22:16 How Will Adrian Houser and Josh Lindblom Factor In?27:36 Series PredictionsFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for $1/month at theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Will and DVR discuss the Brewers' big week, which included a sweep of the Royals and a series win over the Cardinals, to get back to .500, before breaking down the final eight games of the regular season.Rundown2:16 Grinding Through Two Doubleheaders for a Series Win5:09 More Drama with the Cardinals8:44 Jacob Nottingham's Increased Role & Clutch Grand Slam14:01 Corbin Burnes Fires Another Gem19:58 Luis Urías Has Gone Cold After a Fast Start to 202022:17 Daniel Vogelbach's Big Day26:47 Previewing the Final WeekFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a subscription to The Athletic for just $1/month at theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Derek VanRiper and Will Sammon discuss a frustrating week for the Brewers, which included a 19-run outburst in Detroit, a walk-off win over the Cubs, a Josh Hader blown save, and a no-hitter at the hands of Cubs starter Alec Mills.Rundown1:25 Clinging to October Dreams at 20-244:42 Which Weekend Loss Was Worse: Saturday or Sunday?7:47 Does the Season Ride on the Five-Game Series with St. Louis?11:22 Appreciation for the Seven-Inning Doubleheader18:28 Looking Ahead to the Matchups with the Cards24:28 A Prime Sweep Opportunity vs. Kansas City?Follow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet a subscription to The Athletic for just $1/month at TheAthletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Derek VanRiper and Will Sammon discuss the Brewers' ongoing grind to return to .500, the decision to replace Justin Smoak with Daniel Vogelbach, the struggles of Adrian Houser, and the plan for Josh Lindblom as a three-game home series with the Cubs looms this weekend.Rundown1:32 The Long Grind Back To .5005:56 Where Might the Brewers Get More Production the Rest of the Way?10:22 Daniel Vogelbach In; Justin Smoak Out14:57 Tyrone Taylor's Temporary Opportunity20:08 Making Sense of Adrian Houser's 2020 Struggles25:52 The Plan for Josh LindblomFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Derek VanRiper and Will Sammon discuss the Brewers' decision to not play their scheduled game against the Reds last Wednesday in protest of social injustice, a relatively quiet trade deadline, and the slow push back toward the .500 mark.Rundown1:06 The Brewers' Protest of Social Injustice11:50 A Quiet Trade Deadline16:51 A Bounce Back Against the Pirates25:31 Looking at the September ScheduleFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Derek VanRiper and Will Sammon discuss the Brewers' tough weekend in Pittsburgh, the effectiveness of the rotation as a whole to this point of the season, the ongoing struggles of the offense, and the importance of the next two series at home ahead of next week's trade deadline.Rundown0:59 We All Feel 11-15 Right Now5:12 The Brewers' Rotation Has Actually Been Good8:53 Brock Holt DFA'd & Making Quick Decisions in a Shortened Season12:15 The Lack of Steady Offensive Production15:53 Angel Perdomo Out, J.P. Feyereisen In19:19 A Big Series with the RedsFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Derek and Will discuss the Brewers' season so far with the move back to .500 following three straight wins against the Cubs, as well as Corbin Burnes' return to the rotation, Freddy Peralta's success in the bullpen, and Keston Hiura's struggles with high fastballs.Rundown2:41 Corbin Burnes Goes Back to Rotation6:27 Freddy Peralta's Bullpen Dominance9:58 Corey Knebel's Struggles12:53 Drew Rasmussen & Angel Perdomo Get the Call15:45 What Do You Make of Early-Game Offensive Struggles?19:29 Luis Urías' Big First Week27:16 Keston Hiura's vs. High Fastballs30:10 On Tap: Twins & PiratesFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
DVR and Will discuss the activation of Luis Urías, how he fits into the Brewers' roster, the ongoing strikeout issues for the lineup to begin the season, and a very important four-game series on tap for the Brewers at Wrigley Field.Rundown1:36 Luis Urías Activated, How Does He Fit?5:38 How Often Will Keston Hiura DH?10:30 Thinking Ahead to the Trade Deadline13:59 Why Are the Brewers Striking Out So Much?24:48 A Big Series at WrigleyFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rundown1:28 Lorenzo Cain's Decision to Opt Out5:32 Ryan Braun Goes on the IL7:37 Bigger Roles for Ben Gamel & Logan Morrison10:09 Christian Yelich's Early-Season Slump15:01 Is Keon Broxton Now A Bigger Part of the 2020 Plan?18:18 A Quick Look at the White Sox SeriesFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rundown1:54 Ryan Braun’s Limited Appearances in Chicago4:46 Friday’s Pitcher’s Duel6:52 Expectations For Freddy Peralta & Corbin Burnes10:37 Eric Lauer Pitches Well in Debut16:50 Eric Sogard & Jedd Gyorko19:31 Bullpen Observations: Knebel's Return & Usage24:16 A Look Forward: Pittsburgh & St. LouisFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rundown1:57 News & Notes: Ryan Braun's Status & Keston Hiura's Arm7:31 Brett Anderson to the IL; Burnes' Bid to Start Game 210:12 Ray Black, Logan Morrison & Justin Grimm12:14 How Has Corey Knebel Looked in Summer Camp?16:22 Projecting the 30-Man Opening Day Roster23:54 Most Impactful Player Starting 2020 in Appleton?27:15 Most Impactful Player New to the Organization?29:38 How Many Games Will the Brewers Win in This 60-Game Season?Follow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RundownInterview w/Jeff Levering3:52 Camp Observations6:34 Adjustments For the Radio Team12:18 Best Moments with Bob Uecker15:55 Calling ScrimmagesPost-Interview Topics18:55 Eric Lauer Placed on the IL21:36 Player Pool AdditionsFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Jeff on Twitter: @JLevering4Get 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rundown1:43 What Are The Summer Camp Workouts Like?4:42 Information is Elusive9:39 Testing Process Working Effectively for Brewers?12:32 Corey Knebel & Fifth Starter Battle Update19:57 2020 Schedule AnalysisFollow Derek on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rundown1:02 Any Surprises From Initial Roster Pool Release?3:45 Corey Ray a Lock for Appleton Reserves?6:57 Versatility As a Strength8:31 Competition for Additional Roster Spots14:52 Ueck Returning for 50th SeasonFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rundown0:52 Update on 2020 MLB SeasonInterview with Kyle Lesniewski7:36 Roster Building Process Entering Year 29:12 How the Milkmen & the American Association Designed a Safe Environment to Play Live Baseball in 202011:46 What Makes Independent Baseball Unique?16:38 Adjustments Made in the Wake of the Pandemic22:55 Greatest Areas of Concern w/2020 Brewers26:44 Will's Sim Brewers BluesFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Kyle on Twitter: @Kyle_LesniewskiGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RundownInterview with Keith Law4:11 How Did Garrett Mitchell Fall to the Brewers' 20th Pick?8:30 Will Freddy Zamora Stick at Shortstop?10:57 Zavier Warren Projection & Comp13:11 Joey Wiemer & Hayden Cantrelle17:38 Is Keith Still a Believer in Luis Urías?20:12 Where Else Could Keston Hiura Play Defensively?22:39 What Might Player Development Look Like in 2020?Post Interview26:53 Which Brewers' Prospects Could Be Taxi Squad Candidates?Follow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rundown1:45 Excitement for the Draft7:41 Unique Preparations for 202011:18 Very Limited Signing Bonuses for Undrafted Players17:12 Current Brewers Drafted After First Five Rounds21:30 All-Time Great Brewers Outside First Five RoundsFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet 40% off a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/422Lorenzo Cain: https://theathletic.com/1848860/Prepping for Unusual 2020 Draft: https://theathletic.com/1841035/2000s Draft Success: https://theathletic.com/1833177/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stearns Weighs In

Stearns Weighs In

2020-06-0431:09

Will and DVR discuss David Stearns' recent call with the media, and the ongoing uncertainty regarding the return of baseball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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