A .393 winning percentage is certainly not something that a team enjoys. Brewer fans need to realize this could be the ceiling, in terms of winning and losing, in 2016. However, lets look at the big picture. Outside of Ryan Braun and Jonathon Lucroy, can a non Brewer fan name another starter? The answer is probably not, and there may even be Brewer fans who don't recognize names, on the roster. The Brewers average age is 27.9, which is the fourth youngest in MLB. So put a year or two of experience under the caps of these young players, while rebuilding the farm club and the future looks positive.
The farm club suffered for a number of years, and new GM David Stearns has already tried to address the issue. According to MLB.com 2016 prospect watch, the Brewers have five youngsters in the top 100. Shortstop Orlando Arcia is the fourth rated prospect, in MLB. Brett Phillips could become a mainstay in the outfield, and is ranked as the 8th best outfielder prospect. Jorge Lopez has struggled this season going 0-2, with a 8.84 ERA and a 2.56 WHIP. However, if he can develop some consistency, a 92-95 mph fastball is something that can not be taught.
The present team may not get out of last place this season, but Stearns has a plan in place and you don't build a contender overnight. Do you want a flash in the pan run at a Division Title, or would you like to build a solid foundation that allows you to compete year in and year out to make the playoffs? The Brewers are doing it the right way so you just need to be patient Brewer fans.