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Brewers Sign Baddoo: Surprise Major League Deal
11 Dec
Summary
- Brewers signed Akil Baddoo to a major league deal.
- Baddoo spent most of 2025 in the minors despite prior MLB success.
- Hoby Milner signed with the Chicago Cubs, reuniting with ex-manager.
The Milwaukee Brewers have made their first significant move in the 2026 free agent market by signing outfielder Akil Baddoo to a major league contract. This move comes as a surprise to many, considering Baddoo spent the majority of the 2025 season in the minors.
Baddoo, who was a second-round pick in 2016, had a strong debut season in 2021 but has struggled to replicate that success since. In 2025, he played extensively at Triple-A Toledo, where he hit .281/.385/.483 with 15 home runs and 25 stolen bases, indicating a potential resurgence.
While the Brewers could use outfield upgrades, Baddoo is expected to provide depth rather than a significant boost. Meanwhile, in separate news, former Brewer Hoby Milner has signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Cubs, rejoining his former manager.
