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Brewers Surprise at Trade Deadline: Quiet Moves, Big Implications
1 Aug
Summary
- Brewers have MLB's best record at trade deadline
- Made minor moves, acquiring backup catcher and reliever
- Passed on upgrading outfield or infield corners
As of August 1st, 2025, the Milwaukee Brewers find themselves in an unexpected position - they have the best record in baseball. However, their approach at the trade deadline has raised some eyebrows.
Rather than making a splash and aggressively buying to bolster their roster, the Brewers took a more conservative approach. Their main moves were acquiring backup catcher Danny Jansen and reliever Shelby Miller. They also took on the remaining contract of injured left-hander Jordan Montgomery, though it's unclear if he'll even throw a pitch for the team.
Some analysts argue the Brewers should have done more to upgrade their lineup, particularly at outfield and the infield corners. The team will instead rely on rookie Caleb Durbin, reclamation project Andrew Vaughn, and the injured Rhys Hoskins to fill those roles.
Despite the underwhelming deadline activity, the Brewers remain in first place in their division. Their success so far this season suggests they know what they're doing, but there are questions about whether their current roster can withstand the rigors of the postseason.
