Milwaukee Brewers "Showing Interest" In Free Agent They Drafted 11 Years Ago

January 19, 2024 , , ,

The Milwaukee Brewers, with an eye on strengthening their first base position following the departure of Rowdy Tellez, have shown interest in Garrett Cooper, a notable free agent.

Cooper, 33, boasts a significant baseball journey, beginning with his selection by the Brewers in the 2013 draft.

His path led him through the New York Yankees and the Miami Marlins, with a recent stint at the San Diego Padres.

Last season, Cooper played in 123 games, hitting a career-high 17 home runs and 61 RBIs.

His performance, including a batting average of .251 and an on-base percentage (OBP) of .304, positions him as a potential asset for the Brewers, especially considering his career OPS+ of 109 and a .816 OPS against left-handed pitchers.

The Brewers' interest in Cooper emerges amidst their consideration of re-signing veteran Carlos Santana.

While Santana has been a valuable player, his increasing age (37) and potential salary demands could be factors in the Brewers' decision-making process, according to Tyler Koerth.

There are speculations that the Brewers might be unwilling to meet Santana's salary expectations, which could be around $8 million, given his performance last year.

Cooper, on the other hand, could be a more affordable option. Last season, he earned $4.2 million and might be available for a similar deal, offering the Brewers a cost-effective alternative with a decent track record.

Garrett Cooper's potential return to the Brewers, the team that initially drafted him, could provide them with a reliable first base option. Photo Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

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