Brewers acquire shortstop Braden Shewmake from Astros in trade

The Milwaukee Brewers traded for shortstop Braden Shewmake from the Houston Astros on July 12. Shewmake, who has a.695 OPS this season, was designated for assignment by Houston prior to the trade. The 28-year-old had played 30 games for the Astros this year, hitting.256 with three home runs and nine RBIs. To make room for Shewmake, the Brewers designated outfielder Greg Jones for assignment. This marks Shewmake’s return to a Major League roster after previously playing for the Chicago White Sox in 2024. He brings defensive versatility to the Brewers, capable of playing multiple infield positions.

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