Sports - Nov. 8, 2009
Hardy trade just the beginning
At first glance, Doug Melvin's decision to trade J.J. Hardy for a virtually unknown centerfielder raised some eyebrows. But look beyond the surface, and you'll see a deal that is merely setting the table for what's yet to come.
Tags: brewers, doug melvin, carlos gomez, j.j. hardy, mike cameron, alcides escobar

Sports - Nov. 7, 2009
Saturday Scorecard: Did you hear about the Bucks?
Five games is a small sample and nobody is printing playoff tickets yet, but the Bucks are taking steps toward winning back fans and creating buzz. The play of rookie point guard Brandon Jennings (foreground) has been impressive, Andrew Bogut (above) looks healthy and second-round pick Jodie Meeks joined forces with both during a blowout victory over the Knicks on Saturday.
Tags: bucks, brandon jennings, andrew bogut, jodie meeks, j.j. hardy, carlos gomez

Sports - Nov. 6, 2009
Hardy traded to Minnesota, Brewers get CF Gomez
As expected, the Brewers traded shortstop J.J. Hardy. Somewhat surprisingly, though, the team didn't bring back pitching for the 2007 National League All-Star, instead getting Carlos Gomez from the Minnesota Twins.
Tags: brewers, doug melvin, j.j. hardy, minnesota twins, carlos gomez

Sports - Sept. 6, 2009
Brewers' core could soon be separated
Once upon a time, Bill Hall, Ben Sheets, J.J. Hardy and Corey Hart were considered integral components in the Brewers' long term plans. Hall and Sheets are gone and it looks like Hart and Hardy might be on their way out after the season. What's it mean for the Brewers? Nothing, really. This is baseball's "Circle of Life" for smaller-market franchises.
Tags: brewers, j.j. hardy, corey hart, doug melvin

Sports - Aug. 31, 2009
Brewers Notebook: Last chance to make noise
With 32 games to play, the Brewers are running out of time to make a move in the National League Central. After going 10-12 in 22 straight games against sub-.500 teams, there's a gauntlet looming ahead, beginning with three games in St. Louis against the division-leading Cardinals.
Tags: brewers, j.j. hardy, doug melvin, ken macha, seth mcclung, trevor hoffman, nl central, st. louis cardinals

Sports - Aug. 15, 2009
Saturday Scorecard: 5 things to watch for tonight
The Packers open their 2009 exhibition season with a game against Cleveland tonight at Lambeau Field. While preseason football usually isn't compelling, there are a few storylines to follow as the men in green and gold unveil their new 3-4 defense, search for a proficient punter and try to erase the sour taste left by a disappointing 2008 campaign.
Tags: packers, browns, rodgers, kapinos, brooks, kampman, j.j. hardy

Sports - Aug. 14, 2009
Indulging my inner smart aleck at State Fair
Hours after the Brewers made sweeping changes, I happened across the team's merchandise trailer at State Fair.
Tags: brewers, state fair, bill hall, j.j. hardy, bill castro

Sports - Aug. 12, 2009
Kudos to Crew for sweeping changes, but too little too late
The news releases from the Brewers are pouring out fast and furiously today. In the last two hours, I learned the Brewers fired Bill Castro as pitching coach, shipped J.J. Hardy to the minors and designated Bill Hall for assignment.
Tags: brewers, bill hall, j.j. hardy, bill castro

Sports - July 4, 2009
Saturday Scorecard: Close call hurts Brewers, but...
Mark DiFelice's pitch to Jake Fox sure looked like a strike. Although the Brewers lost the game on the walk-off walk that resulted from it, they have to accept the fact that they squandered a boatload of scoring opportunities earlier in the game.
Tags: brewers, difelice, j.j. hardy, brandon jennings, lambeau field

Sports - May 18, 2009
Brewers Notebook: Weeks is out for the season
Second baseman Rickie Weeks, who has provided a spark at the top of the Brewers' lineup this season, will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a torn sheath tendon in his left wrist. The injury, which is similar to one week suffered in 2006, will require a recovery period of four to six months.
Tags: brewers, j.j. hardy, ken macha, jeff suppan, nl central, rickie weeks, wrist injury, sheath tendon

Sports - Aug. 19, 2008
It's a bountiful Brewers birthday type of day
If you're going to Miller Park to watch the Brewers play the Astros tonight, take along some cake. Or be prepared to sing "Happy Birthday."
Tags: brewers, birthdays, ned yost, j.j. hardy, chris capuano

Sports - June 14, 2008
Saturday Scorecard: Rivers rolls to brink of title
A year ago, most Boston fans wanted the Celtics to fire coach Glenn "Doc" Rivers. Now, the former Marquette University standout has his team one victory from a championship.
Tags: doc rivers, grady rivers, j.j. hardy, shoulder, bob uecker, robin yount, robinade, tom diener, grafton

Sports - June 10, 2008
Looks aren't everything in sports (but they help)
Performance is important for athletes like Brewers shortstop J.J. Hardy (pictured), but good looks can help lift the "Q rating," which can lead to lucrative endorsement deals and fervent fan clubs.
Tags: j.j. hardy, tiger woods, michael jordan, eric gagne, ana ivanovic, danica patrick, natalie gulbis, alex rodriguez

Sports - April 14, 2008
Brewers Notebook: Kendall making an early impact
The Brewers signed Jason Kendall to work with their pitching staff and provide leadership in the clubhouse. His offense, which is among the best on the team, has been an added bonus.
Tags: brewers, jason kendall, prince fielder, ryan braun, j.j. hardy, brian shouse, eric gagne

Sports - March 23, 2008
Weeks returns to Brewers' lineup
Second baseman Rickie Weeks, who missed a week with an injured hand, returns to the starting lineup on Easter Sunday.
Tags: brewers, rickie weeks, spring training, j.j. hardy