There’s nothing like Summer in the 414.
Introducing the Brewers City Connect uniforms. 😎 pic.twitter.com/QtcphGEwSG
— MLB (@MLB) June 17, 2022
Milwaukee Brewers fans, affectionately known as the “Brew Crew,” are passionate about their team, and a big part of team identity comes from the uniforms. While the nickname is popular, the execution of the Brewers City Connect uniforms, designed to reflect this moniker, missed the mark for many. Let’s delve into a ranking of some key Milwaukee Brewers uniform sets, starting with one that didn’t quite connect with fans.
No. 5: City Connect Uniforms
These Brewers City Connect uniforms attempted to embrace the “Brew Crew” nickname, but the result felt somewhat disconnected from the team’s established brand. From the cap featuring an ambiguous “MKE/414” – a nod to Milwaukee’s area code – to the charcoal grill patch on the sleeve, the design elements seemed more suited to a casual adult league rather than a Major League Baseball team. It’s as if the uniforms were trying too hard to be different, losing some of the authentic Brewers spirit in the process. One minor positive is that Nike and the Brewers avoided pairing these tops with powder blue pants, which could have exacerbated the uniform’s already busy design. In a ranking of 20 City Connect uniforms across the MLB, these Brewers Uniforms landed at No. 13, according to Just Baseball, highlighting a lukewarm reception across the league.
No. 4: Road Alternate Navy Blue Tops
Corbin Burnes was lights out today 🔥
8 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 10 K pic.twitter.com/baVdGgQDBt
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) July 20, 2023
Initially, a navy blue Brewers uniform with yellow piping and a predominantly yellow hat might sound like a clashing color scheme. However, the Brewers’ road alternate navy blue tops surprisingly work well in practice. While perhaps too bold for a primary uniform set, these navy blue jerseys serve as a strong and visually appealing alternate option in the Brewers’ uniform rotation. The navy provides a solid base, and the yellow piping adds a vibrant contrast that ties into the Brewers’ color palette effectively. This alternate uniform demonstrates how darker shades can be successfully integrated into baseball uniforms, offering a different aesthetic from the traditional lighter home and road looks.
No. 3: Gray Road Uniforms
Freddy’s turn to shut ’em down!
26.2 straight shutout innings and counting…#ThisIsMyCrew | @FreddyPeraltaRD pic.twitter.com/XsPIhGlnFA
— Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) July 16, 2023
While some teams like the Seattle Mariners and Tampa Bay Rays have moved away from gray road uniforms, for many, gray remains the quintessential away-game look in baseball. The key to a successful gray uniform is incorporating enough color to prevent it from appearing bland. The Brewers achieve this balance masterfully with their gray road uniforms, utilizing yellow trim to inject energy and visual interest. The yellow outline around the team name and player numbers stands out sharply against the gray base, creating a classic yet dynamic aesthetic. A particularly strong design element is the sleeve patch: a yellow silhouette of the state of Wisconsin enclosing a stylized “M.” This patch, also featured on the navy road alternates, adds a unique regional touch, connecting the team to its Wisconsin roots. While an all navy blue cap might be considered as an alternative for a more unified look, the current hat with bright yellow accents provides a welcome contrast and reinforces the Brewers’ vibrant color scheme against the understated gray jersey.
