Fan mail address
Milwaukee Brewers
American Family Field
1 Brewers Way
Milwaukee, WI 53214-3652
USA
Address information
American Family Field
(Baseball Stadium)
1 Brewers Way
Milwaukee, WI 53214-3652
USA
Phone: (414) 902-4400
Fax: (414) 902-4053
The Milwaukee Brewers, a professional baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, have a rich history characterized by resilience, transformation, and a passionate fan base. Established in 1969, the Brewers initially began as an expansion team in Major League Baseball (MLB), originally playing in the American League (AL) before moving to the National League (NL) in 1998.
The franchise was originally founded as the Seattle Pilots in 1969 but faced financial difficulties, leading to its purchase and relocation to Milwaukee the following year. Renamed the Brewers in honor of the city’s brewing industry, the team quickly established a loyal fan base, playing its home games at Milwaukee County Stadium. The Brewers struggled in their early seasons, finishing near the bottom of the standings, but the team’s fortunes began to change in the mid-1970s.
The 1980s marked a significant turning point for the Brewers, as they assembled a competitive roster featuring stars like Robin Yount, Paul Molitor, and Cecil Cooper. Under the leadership of Manager Harvey Kuenn, the Brewers won the AL East title in 1982, earning a trip to the World Series. The 1982 World Series saw the Brewers face the St. Louis Cardinals in a thrilling seven-game series. Although they fell short, losing in Game 7, the Brewers captured the hearts of their fans and established themselves as a force in baseball.
