Moose Haas arrived in Milwaukee in 1976 as a second-round pick from Maryland, a 20-year-old right-hander with a nickname suggesting a hulking presence he didn't quite possess in stature—though his arm frequently told a different story. He was not the most imposing figure, but he operated with durability and a "strike-throwing" mindset that led to the franchise's most successful decade.
In 1978, Haas achieved peak efficiency by striking out 14 New York Yankees in one game, setting a franchise record that stood for over 25 years. He demonstrated control of his repertoire and famously fanned Reggie Jackson four times. An arm injury shortened that season, but he made a strong comeback in 1980, with a career-high 16 wins and 252.1 innings pitched. That year, he posted a 3.10 ERA, finishing in the league's top ten.
Haas achieved a new milestone in 1982 during the "Harvey's Wallbangers" campaign. His regular-season stats were steady, but he peaked in the postseason, winning Game 4 of the ALCS to keep Milwaukee’s hopes alive. In 1983, he led the American League in Winning Percentage (.813), with a 13-3 record and 3.27 ERA. Known for efficiency, he ranked in the top ten for BB/9 four times during his career.
Haas was traded to the Oakland Athletics in 1986. As a Brewer, Haas compiled a 91-79 record, a 4.02 ERA, and 800 strikeouts.
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