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Lewis Brinson tops Baseball Prospectus’ Brewers prospect list | Jaymes L, BCB

Baseball Prospectus released their list of top prospects for the Brewers system, which is headlined by Lewis Brinson.

Philadelphia Speculatively Listed as Potential Landing Spot for Ryan Braun | Kyle Lesniewski, BCB

Could the Phillies have some interest in acquiring Ryan Braun?

Brew Crew Ball Community Top Prospects Vote #1 | Kyle Lesniewski, BCB
Brew Crew Ball Community Top Prospects Vote #2 | Kyle Lesniewski, BCB

The 2017 version of the BCB Top Prospects is underway, with the first two votes already completed.

Milwaukee Brewers Closer Candidates: Corey Knebel | Jaymes L, BCB
Milwaukee Brewers Closer Candidates: Jacob Barnes | Jaymes L, BCB

The Brewers need a new closer for next season, and there are a few candidates, such as Corey Knebel and Jacob Barnes, who could work well in the role.

The Thursday Thinker: The 2016 BCB Top Prospects List | -JP-, BCB

While the new list of top prospects is being compiled, how well do you remember last year’s list?

Submit Your Questions for BCB Mailbag #10 | Kyle Lesniewski, BCB

There’s still a little time to get questions in for mailbag #10.

Links from Other Sites

Let’s Talk About That Eric Thames Projection | Dave Cameron, FanGraphs

The first predictions for Eric Thames came out yesterday, and it was very optimistic about the new Brewers first baseman. Is it too optimistic, though?

Lopez's turnaround has Brewers' attention | Adam McCalvy, Brewers.com

Jorge Lopez is doing well in the winter leagues, catching everyone’s attention and improving his stock heading into the new season.

Milwaukee Brewers Should Innovate Bullpen Use in 2017 | Tim Muma, Dairyland Express

With all of the more experienced arms gone from the Brewers bullpen, the Brewers could work with the remaining arms in a more innovative way.

Assessing Roster Moves IV: Prospect Value | Nicholas Zettel, BP Milwaukee

One way to evaluate roster moves is by the value of the prospects that come back. How have the Brewers faired?

Brett, Ryan, Yount formed historic '99 Hall class | Austin Laymance, MLB.com

In 1999, three players made it into the Hall of Fame on their first ballot, including former Brewer Robin Yount.