Jeff Passan states Brewers will keep William Contreras this offseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 2:56 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
MLB insider Jeff Passan confirmed that the Milwaukee Brewers intend to retain catcher William Contreras, despite trade rumors. The Brewers recently won the World Series, and Contreras was named the World Series MVP. With one year remaining before free agency, the Brewers have a history of trading players before they depart, but they are unlikely to part with Contreras after his significant contributions. The team seems poised to let him play out the season, as they have potential financial flexibility moving forward.
- •William Contreras won the World Series MVP award.
- •Brewers committed to keeping Contreras despite trade rumors.
- •Contreras has one year left before free agency.
- •Brewers historically trade away players nearing free agency.
- •The team has financial flexibility for future contracts.
- 2:56 PMYahoo Sports — Jeff Passan Shuts Down Trade Rumors Surrounding Brewers' William Contreras
"The Milwaukee Brewers just won the World Series, but they have some players who are certainly trade candidates
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