The Milwaukee Brewers are looking to acquire a left-handed bat and the San Francisco Giants could be a perfect match for a trade.
With the July 30 trade deadline less than a week away, the Milwaukee Brewers have clear needs to be addressed for a deep postseason run.
Entering Monday, the Brewers were thought to be targeting a starting pitcher but after star outfielder Christian Yelich was placed on the 10-day injured list, the team is now searching for a left-handed bat as well. Fortunately, the San Francisco Giants are rumored to be"The Giants, 2-5 since the All-Star break, have indicated to teams that they're willing to trade some of their veteran players," MLB Network's Jon Morosi reported Friday afternoon.
Conforto is hitting .226 with 27 extra-base hits including 10 home runs, 40 RBIs and a .713 OPS in 80 games this season. Yastrzemski is hitting .244 with 23 extra-base hits including eight home runs, 33 RBIs and a .750 OPS in 85 games this season. Either of the two veterans would immediately impact a weakened Brewers lineup. Conforto makes the most sense as a pure rental given his status as an impending free agent, while Yastrzemski is under control through 2025 and could muddy plans moving forward.Stephen Mottram joined "Milwaukee Brewers On SI" to bring some fun and thoughtful coverage to the site.
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