Brewers fans express frustration over trade for Dustin May and Jojo Romero
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:31 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers traded for pitchers Dustin May and Jojo Romero from the St. Louis Cardinals on August 3, 2026. Fans reacted negatively on social media, citing the loss of outfield prospect Alexander Frias as a key factor in their disappointment. Many expected the Brewers to make a more impactful trade, especially after their strong performance this season. The team's management has been criticized for what some perceive as a lack of seriousness in competing for a World Series title. The deal, which involved Frias and Josiah Ragsdale, has been labeled by some as an overpay.
- •Brewers acquired Dustin May and Jojo Romero on August 3.
- •Social media backlash focused on the trade of Alexander Frias.
- •Fans wanted a larger move to challenge top teams in the NL.
- •Analysts criticized the trade as an overpay by Milwaukee.
- •Brewers remain in a strong position in the NL standings.
- 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — Some Brewers fans frustrated after trade for Dustin May, Jojo Romero
"The immediate social media reaction to the Brewers' biggest trade on deadline day was one of frustration.
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