Brewers Reunite with Veteran Reliever Shelby Miller in Deadline Deal

In a surprising move just before the 2025 MLB trade deadline, the Milwaukee Brewers have reunited with veteran right-handed reliever Shelby Miller. The Brewers acquired Miller and left-hander Jordan Montgomery from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for a player to be named later or cash.

Miller, 34, has been a solid contributor for the Diamondbacks this season, posting a 1.98 ERA, 0.96 WHIP, and 10 saves in 36.1 innings over 37 appearances. However, he has been sidelined with an elbow injury since early July and has yet to make any minor-league rehab appearances. The Brewers are hopeful that Miller will be able to join their bullpen in the near future and provide a boost as they push for a playoff spot.

The acquisition of Montgomery, 32, is more of a long-term play for the Brewers. The left-hander underwent Tommy John surgery earlier this year and will miss the remainder of the 2025 season. He is set to become a free agent this winter, and the Brewers are likely hoping to get a head start on negotiations or potentially sign him to a team-friendly deal.

This move marks Miller's third stint with the Brewers organization. He previously signed with the team as a free agent in 2019 and 2020 before opting out due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Brewers are hoping that the veteran reliever can recapture his past success and help solidify their bullpen down the stretch.