Now that the Milwaukee Brewers have finished 2026 as World Series champions, the offseason chatter has already started to build around one of their biggest bullpen names.
Trevor Megill is the pitcher drawing the most attention. The All-Star closer, who recorded the final outs of the World Series, is heading into his last season of club control in 2027, and ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported that Milwaukee “will at least listen on closer Trevor Megill.”
That fits a familiar pattern for the Brewers. They have often moved pitchers before free agency arrives, and Megill would be the latest in that line after Josh Hader and Devin Williams.
There is also a wrinkle here that makes the situation more interesting. Aaron Ashby is entering the final year of his contract as well, which puts two key bullpen pieces in the same contract window. That matters because Milwaukee’s bullpen was arguably the biggest reason the club won the World Series, and losing both arms would cut into the team’s greatest strength.
Still, the Brewers have built a reputation for finding value where others don’t. So while a trade this offseason would not be a shock if the right offer comes along, it would not be surprising if Megill stays put either. Once a new CBA is in place, Milwaukee could even try to lock him up with an extension.
One thing is clear: even with a championship in hand, the Brewers are already facing the kind of offseason decisions that come with success.
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