Ranking the Brewers' top 10 players in franchise history

On July 28, Ryan Braun became just the 23rd player to be inducted into the Milwaukee Brewer Walk of Fame, being recognized as one of the franchise's best players. With a deep history, where does Braun stack up to the rest of Milwaukee's legends?

The statistics listed are from during their time with Milwaukee.

10. George Scott (1972-1976) | 1B

.283/.342/.456, 115 HR, 463 RBI

1x All-Star, 5x Gold Glove

While only spending five years in Milwaukee, George "Boomer" Scott had a notable tenure with the Brewers, becoming a fan-favorite with his combination of a powerful bat alongside one of the best gloves in the league. His 1975 season was truly historic offensively, as he tied Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson for the most home runs in the American League with 36, and solely led in RBI with 109. On the defensive side, his five Gold Gloves will be a record held in the franchise for a long time, as no other Brewer has more than one.

9. Ben Oglivie (1978-1986) | LF

.277/.345/.461, 176 HR, 685 RBI

3x All-Star, Silver Slugger

Ben Oglivie joined the Brewers in 1978 in a trade with the Detroit Tigers, bringing a potent left-handed bat that would benefit the franchise for nine seasons. In his second season with the club, he became the first player in franchise history to hit three home runs in a single game. The following year, he had his most memorable season, earning an All-Star appearance, a Silver Slugger Award, and like Scott, tied with Reggie Jackson for the most home runs in the American League with 41.

8. Ben Sheets (2001-2008) | SP

1428 IP, 3.72 ERA, 1206 SO

4x All-Star

Debuting in 2001, Ben Sheets quickly became a staple of the Brewers' rotation, showcasing a four-pitch mix, led by his dominating fastball and devastating curveball. In 2004, he collected the third-most strikeouts in the Majors with 264, and the fourth-lowest ERA at just 2.70. The same season, he struck out 18 batters against the Atlanta Braves, setting the franchise record for most strikeouts in a single game. He is just one of two Milwaukee Brewers inducted into their Walk of Fame.

7. Christian Yelich (2018-Present) | OF

.285/.384/.493, 145 HR, 455 RBI, 133 SB

MVP, 3x All-Star, 2x Silver Slugger, 2x Batting Title

Acquired in an offseason trade with the Miami Marlins, Christian Yelich has been a cornerstone of the Brewers since joining the team in 2018. He made an immediate impact in his first season, winning the NL MVP , leading the National League with a .326 batting average — becoming the first Brewer in franchise history to win a Batting Title — and .598 slugging percentage. He continued his excellence in 2019, nearly capturing a second consecutive MVP with another standout season — leading the National League in batting average (.329) and on-base percentage (.429), while leading the Majors in slugging percentage (.671) — before going down with a season-ending knee injury. Though injuries have affected him recently, he remains a vital player for the Brewers. This season he was rewarded with the starting nod in the 2024 All-Star Game, leading all NL outfielders in votes.

6. Rollie Fingers (1981-1985 *missed 1983 due to injury*) | RP

259 IP, 2.54 ERA, 196 SO, 97 SV

MVP, Cy Young, 2x All-Star, AL Pennant

In his first year in Milwaukee, Rollie Fingers had one of the most historic seasons by a relief pitcher in MLB history, becoming the first relief pitcher to win both the Cy Young Award and MVP in the same season — Willie Hernandez (1984) and Dennis Eckersley (1992) are the only others to achieve it since. His 1.04 ERA was the lowest single-season ERA of his career. With another promising season the following year, he suffered a torn muscle in his forearm late in the season, preventing him from pitching in the 1982 postseason. His absence was profoundly felt, as many believe his presence on the playoff roster could have been the difference-maker, potentially leading Milwaukee to their first World Series title. While his impact on the Brewers remains a significant "What if?" in their history, his time in Milwaukee will not be forgotten. Fingers was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame and had his number retired by the Brewers in 1992.

5. Prince Fielder (2005-2011) | 1B

.282/.390/.540, 230 HR, 656 RBI

3x All-Star, 2x Silver Slugger, All-Star MVP, Home Run Derby Champion

Prince Fielder was an offensive force for the Brewers, setting several franchise records during his time in Milwaukee. In 2007, he hit 50 home runs , the most by any Brewer in a single season, and tied Robin Yount's record with 87 extra-base hits that same year. Fielder continued to make history in 2009 with 141 RBI, the highest single-season total by a Brewer. His keen eye at the plate was evident in more than just his average. In 2010, he drew 114 walks, setting another franchise record.

4. Cecil Cooper (1977-1987) | 1B

.302/.339/.470, 201 HR, 944 RBI

5x All-Star, 3x Silver Slugger, 2x Gold Glove, AL Pennant

In his 11 years with Milwaukee, Cecil Cooper served as a foundational first baseman. As a key figure to the Brewers success in the 1980s, he led the Majors in RBI twice — 1980 (122) and 1983 (126). Also in 1980, he set a franchise record for the most hits in a single season with 219. In Game 5 of the 1982 ALCS, with the Brewers trailing 3-2 with two outs in the seventh inning, Cooper delivered one of the most crucial hits in the franchise's playoff history, driving a two-run single into left field, ultimately leading to Milwaukee earning their lone league championship. The peak of his career was with the Brewers, to say the least, as all of his All-Stars, Silver Sluggers, and Gold Gloves earned in his career were with the franchise.

3. Ryan Braun (2007-2020) | LF/3B

.296/.358/.532, 352 HR, 1154 RBI, 216 SB

MVP, Rookie of the Year, 6x All-Star, 5x Silver Slugger

Debuting in 2007, Braun made noise early, becoming just the second Brewer at the time to win Rookie of the Year. The following year, he confirmed his bright future ahead in Game 162 of the 2008 season. With the Brewers on the brink of their first postseason appearance since 1982, he delivered a clutch three-run home run in the bottom of the 8th inning, securing their long-awaited playoff berth after 26 years. Three years later in 2011, he became the first Brewer to win MVP since Robin Yount, and in the following year placed second. While controversies surround his career with steroid usage, his place among the franchise's elites is undeniable.

2. Paul Molitor (1978-1992) | 2B/3B/DH

.303/.367/.444, 160 HR, 790 RBI, 412 SB

5x All-Star, 2x Silver Slugger, AL Pennant

Given the nickname "The Ignitor" for his ability to spark rallies for the Brewers, Paul Molitor spent the first 15 seasons of his career in Milwaukee, being one of the best contact hitters the franchise has ever seen. He was instrumental in leading the Brewers to the playoffs in 1982 and made a big impact in the World Series. In game one, he made history, being the first player ever to record five hits in a World Series game. Come 1987, he collected a hit in 39 straight games , the fifth-longest hit streak in Major League history. In the same season, he finished with a .353 batting average and .438 on-base percentage, both the highest marks in a single season in Brewer's history. His number was officially retired by the Brewers in 1999, and five years later he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

1. Robin Yount (1974-1993) | SS/CF

.285/.342/.430, 251 HR, 1406 RBI, 271 SB

2x MVP, 3x All-Star, 3x Silver Slugger, Gold Glove, AL Pennant

Spending his entire 20-year career in Milwaukee, being the only Brewer to win multiple MVPs, Robin Yount is undeniably the greatest player in franchise history. He is one of 33 players in Major League history to cross the 3,000-hit mark , finishing with 3,142, and just one of six players to record 3,000 hits, 250 home runs, and 250 stolen bases (Alex Rodriguez, Craig Biggio, Derek Jeter, Rickey Henderson, Willie Mays). In 1999 he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, etching his name as not just the best Brewer of all-time, but one of the best players in Wisconsin sports history.