About this episode

Jeff Levering discusses the Brewers' lineup changes and the importance of upcoming games against playoff contenders.

Brewers broadcaster Jeff Levering joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy to break down Christian Yelich and William Contreras moving down the lineup and why Milwaukee needs both to produce as the season progresses. Levering explains why this stretch against playoff contenders is so important with the Cubs still chasing the Brewers and the trade deadline now in the rearview mirror. He discusses the six-man rotation, Logan Henderson pitching into the seventh inning and how the Brewers are managing their young arms and bullpen. Jeff also explains what has changed for a surging Jackson Chourio and shares an update on Joey Ortiz. Plus, Levering details Gary Sánchez’s underrated leadership in the clubhouse and why Abner Uribe’s incredible athleticism and mound celebrations are so entertaining.

People in this episode

Hosts: Jen, Gabe, Chewy

Guest: Jeff Levering

Topics covered

• Brewers
• baseball lineup
• playoff contenders
• young pitchers
• leadership
• trade deadline

Keywords

• Brewers
• Christian Yelich
• William Contreras
• Jackson Chourio
• six-man rotation
• Gary Sánchez
• Abner Uribe

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brewers, Cubs, Wisconsin On Demand

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