Guardians acquire Craig Yoho and Blake Perkins in trade with Brewers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:22 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
On August 1, the Cleveland Guardians traded catcher Bo Naylor and relief pitcher Codi Heuer to the Milwaukee Brewers for right-handed pitcher Craig Yoho and outfielder Blake Perkins. Guardians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti stated the team is excited about adding Yoho, noting his effective changeup and ability to pitch against both left and right-handed hitters. Perkins, a switch hitter known for defensive skills, will initially report to Triple-A. This trade comes as the Guardians aim to enhance their roster ahead of the MLB trade deadline on August 3.
- •Guardians trade Bo Naylor and Codi Heuer to Brewers.
- •Cleveland acquires Craig Yoho and Blake Perkins.
- •Antonetti emphasizes Yoho's bullpen potential and Perkins' defensive skills.
- •Perkins to start at Triple-A Columbus after trade.
- •Trade aims to bolster roster ahead of deadline on August 3.
- 10:22 PMYahoo Sports — Guardians explain trade netting Craig Yoho, Blake Perkins from Brewers
"Guardians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti and Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt commented on the franchise's trade with the Brewers.
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