The Cooper Pratt extension, Garrett Mitchell and the Brewers on an early roll. Plus: An interview with David Hamilton (04.06.2026)

The Cooper Pratt extension, Garrett Mitchell and the Brewers on an early roll. Plus: An interview with David Hamilton (04.06.2026)

From Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew by Milwaukee Brewers Podcast

April 6, 2026 · 1h 14m

About this episode

The episode discusses the Milwaukee Brewers' strong start to the season, highlights player performances, and features an interview with David Hamilton.

The early returns remain positive for the Milwaukee Brewers, now out to a 7-2 start in 2026 after series wins against the Rays and Royals. Garrett Mitchell has a breakout game and confounds us still, the bullpen has been concerning a bit, and the rotation has been excellent (with one exception). Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look back on the week and start with the most surprising story: An extension for prospect Cooper Pratt. Plus, newcomer Luis Matos and important Easter candy discourse. In Three Up Three Down (36:00), they discuss Milwaukee's newest pet tortoise, Bobby Jr., and the impulse purchase power of Pat Murphy, plus a very weird week for much-maligned umpire C.B. Bucknor in Milwaukee. Remembrew When (54:00) looks back at a more Easter-thematic Brewers/animal crossover during the days of the Rally Rabbit, and Curt Blanche ponders the NCAA Tournament and Wisconsin basketball (58:30). Then, JR sits down with new infielder David Hamilton (1:04:15), who returns to his old haunts at Fenway Park when the Brewers open a series there this week. They discuss his freak injury in college, his smooth transition to third base, and the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers…

More episodes of Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Milwaukee Brewers Microbrew podcast page.