The Hey its 2021 now guys MLB thread

[Hards Alumni]

The Brewers are legit WS contenders.

True, but they're boring af, and I feel like there is very little hype behind this team.

[Juan Anderson's Mixtape]

No doubt Ziggy.  But what happened to Yelich?  Who is their most consistent hitter?

Injuries. It took awhile for Yelich to find his groove but he's been very good lately, slashing .345/.385/.534 in his last 15 game.

[Hards Alumni]

No doubt Ziggy.  But what happened to Yelich?  Who is their most consistent hitter?

Avi Garcia

[MUfan12]

True, but they're boring af, and I feel like there is very little hype behind this team.

I disagree on the first point, and am totally okay with the second one. Let 'em fly below the radar.

All the comeback wins have been a lot of fun. Adames has been a blast to watch since he got here. They're not as exuberant as the '11 and '18 teams but still really enjoying watching them.

[wadesworld]

I've always been a fan of nasty pitching, so I think this Brewers team is very exciting.  The Tri-Young Award winners at the top of the rotation, plus Houser being really solid, the back end of the bullpen being as good as there is in the MLB, and then I'm hoping for Ashby playing the Hader roll from 2018.  Bring him in in the 3rd in a jam, or in the 9th to close a game out.  Whenever you need some Ks.

[The Hippie Satan of Hyperbole]

Winning, or even simply getting, to a WS while being boring and flying under the radar is fine by me.

[Uncle Rico]

Do the Brewers play the game the right way?

Do they know the unwritten rules?

Do they spit on umpires?

These are the important questions

[MU82]

I've always been a fan of nasty pitching, so I think this Brewers team is very exciting.  The Tri-Young Award winners at the top of the rotation, plus Houser being really solid, the back end of the bullpen being as good as there is in the MLB, and then I'm hoping for Ashby playing the Hader roll from 2018.  Bring him in in the 3rd in a jam, or in the 9th to close a game out.  Whenever you need some Ks.

Not giving away any big secrets here ... Counsell's job for the final month is to make sure all pitchers are physically and mentally ready to perform their roles at peak efficiency once the postseason starts. Beyond that, keep the everyday ballplayers rested but sharp.

He is in an enviable position, because every other contender is fighting either for a division title or a wild-card spot. From afar, he seems to be a very bright manager, so here's hoping all of this can fall into place for him and the Brewers.

It would be amazing if Milwaukee could be home to both the NBA and MLB champions!

[YaBlueIt]

Injuries. It took awhile for Yelich to find his groove but he's been very good lately, slashing .345/.385/.534 in his last 15 game.

And in the middle of an 11-game hitting streak, no less. *knocks on wood*

He just needs some of that power to come back to get those extra base hits and home runs, but it's hard to complain if he's getting on base consistently.

[MuggsyB]

Is Escobar coming back?  I think they could beat anyone but obviously the Dodgers have the most talent.  It might be best for Milwaukee if the Dodgers play in the WC game.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

Is Escobar coming back?  I think they could beat anyone but obviously the Dodgers have the most talent.  It might be best for Milwaukee if the Dodgers play in the WC game.

Escobar is expected to be back tomorrow, first day he is available. My impression is that if the Brewers were fighting for a playoff spot, they wouldn't have put him on the IL. Having the lead they do allows them to be conservative with injuries.

[Jockey]

It would be amazing if Milwaukee could be home to both the NBA and MLB champions!

Don’t sell us short. The Packers are Milwaukee’s team, too.

I ready for a 3-fer.

[Jockey]

I've always been a fan of nasty pitching, so I think this Brewers team is very exciting.  The Tri-Young Award winners at the top of the rotation, plus Houser being really solid, the back end of the bullpen being as good as there is in the MLB, and then I'm hoping for Ashby playing the Hader roll from 2018.  Bring him in in the 3rd in a jam, or in the 9th to close a game out.  Whenever you need some Ks.

Don't forget Strickland and Cousins in the middle. ERAs are 1.30 and 0.75.

[4everwarriors]

Don’t sell us short. The Packers are Milwaukee’s team, too.

I ready for a 3-fer.

Those hoo ar hip and trendy refer ta 3 ways, hey?

[wadesworld]

Don't forget Strickland and Cousins in the middle. ERAs are 1.30 and 0.75.

Very true.  Cousins's stuff is nasty.

[ZiggysFryBoy]

True, but they're boring af, and I feel like there is very little hype behind this team.

You must not have watched a game since May, if you think they are boring.

[jficke13]

I guess if "has really good pitching but does not have mashers at the plate" is boring, then I suppose you're right. Oh well, I'm enjoying it.

[GB Warrior]

True, but they're boring af, and I feel like there is very little hype behind this team.

3 pitchers with reasonable grounds to be in the NL CY Young conversation (including the one who is either first or second in that race) and the two players that won reliever of the year. If you don't like pitching and defense, I guess they're boring?

Having Willy Adames on the team automatically boosts them out of boring territory in my book - he's an absolute joy.

No doubt Ziggy.  But what happened to Yelich?  Who is their most consistent hitter?

In the month of August, Yelich has been on a tear. Not hitting it out yet, and certainly not to 2018/19 Yelich levels, but the fact that his batting average is now at .260 up from the .230s speaks to what he's been doing. I don't dread Yelich at bats anymore - he looks confident.

And since the all-star break/trade deadline, Adames, Urias, Narvaez, Wong and Escobar have all been very consistent.

I don't recognize this offense compared to the first 2 months, when they could not scratch anything across.

[Hards Alumni]

You must not have watched a game since May, if you think they are boring.

I have.  Theyre not Braun, Prince, etc... fans get excited for big ball.  Small ball wins, though.

[Jockey]

3 pitchers with reasonable grounds to be in the NL CY Young conversation (including the one who is either first or second in that race) and the two players that won reliever of the year. If you don't like pitching and defense, I guess they're boring?

Maybe 4. Hader makes the back end of the bullpen possible. Yes, I know he won't get it, but I fully expect the Brewers to have 4 top 10 guys (2 of the top 5) in the CY race, barring anything unexpected.

[TAMU, Knower of Ball]

Brewers go from tied 1-1 in the top of the 9th...to down 5-1 in the bottom of the 8th in the blink of an eye. Close replay on a stolen base attempt overturns the call and the Giants promptly score 4 runs. Game of inches.

[CreightonWarrior]

Taking 3 of 4 in San Fran still a huge accomplishment.

[wadesworld]

Taking 3 of 4 in San Fran still a huge accomplishment.

Plus wouldn’t hate having the Dodgers be in the Wild Card spot instead of the Giants. And would prefer the NL East winner to the 1 seed. So this one doesn’t hurt too bad.

[WI_Inferiority_Complexes1]

23/30 MLB teams have reached the 85% vaccination target for Tier I individuals. Still less than 85% are: PHI, NYM, BOS, CHC, ARZ, KC, and SEA.

[MuggsyB]

I've watched a little MLB recently but generally don't watch until the playoffs.  What exactly is the deal with "the shift"?  Are they going to allow it moving forward or not?  It seems to me if you're a good hitter it should be to your advantage.  Why wouldn't say a Yelich just take a bunt single every time if no one is on base?  Think about what Tony Gwynn would have done vs "the shift".  He would absolutely destroy that strategy.  Whatever happened to versatility with the bat?