Brewers explore trade for closer Mason Miller after missing Skubal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:05 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers considered a major trade for San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller after failing to acquire Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers this summer. Miller, who has a 0.74 ERA this season, was deemed a strong option but the Brewers ultimately did not pursue the deal. They instead added pitchers Dustin May and Jojo Romero as their trade deadline acquisitions. The Brewers' interest in Miller reflects their desire to strengthen their bullpen, but the high price for the elite closer was a major factor in their decision-making.
- •Brewers missed out on Tarik Skubal, who went to the Dodgers.
- •Miller has 28 saves and 90 strikeouts in 48.1 innings pitched this season.
- •Brewers added Dustin May and Jojo Romero instead of executing a blockbuster deal.
- •The Padres are currently active buyers in the trade market.
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — Brewers 'toyed' with wild trade idea for 0.74 ERA closer after missing on Tarik Skubal
"This idea from the Brewers' front office would've made for a major deal.
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