Melvin shares in fans' optimism

Without a doubt, expectations haven't been this high for a Brewers team since the early 1990s.

With a starting rotation expected to be one of the best in the major leagues and solid young talent, Milwaukee is a legit playoff contender.

Count Brewers GM Doug Melvin as one that shares in that excitement.

"This is the most talented team we’ve had in the five years I’ve been here," Melvin said this morning. "We've seen and heard from a lot of the fans ... they feel there’s a sense of optimism and hope. There’s some national magazines that have high expectations for us. I said that’s better than the opposite of no expectations for us. We’re excited about that and we’re up to the challenge."

The Brewers, of course, haven't had a winning season since 1992 and haven't made the postseason since 1982.