In a surprising move on Wednesday, the Milwaukee Brewers traded right-hander Adrian Houser and outfielder Tyrone Taylor to the New York Mets in exchange for pitching prospect Coleman Crow. The trade is a significant move for both teams as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Crow, a six-foot right-hander, is known for his pitchability and is currently in the midst of a comeback from Tommy John surgery that he underwent in July. Despite the injury, he has shown promise, leading the Southern League in innings and ranking second in strikeouts in the 2022 season. The 23-year-old prospect is ranked 29th on MLB Pipeline’s list of the Mets’ top 30 prospects.
For the Brewers, the departure of Houser and Taylor, two of the team’s longest-tenured players, signifies a shift in their lineup. Both players had been with the Brewers for several years, with Houser mostly pitching as a starter and Taylor providing power as an outfield defender. Their salaries had been rising, with Cot’s Contracts projecting that they would earn just under $7 million combined next season.
The trade leaves the Brewers with seven arbitration-eligible players, including right-handed ace Corbin Burnes and shortstop Willy Adames, both of whom have been the subject of trade chatter this offseason. The next milestone in the arbitration process is Jan. 13, when teams and their arbitration-eligible players will formally file salary proposals with MLB if they haven’t reached an agreement.
Overall, the trade between the Brewers and the Mets has sparked excitement and speculation as both teams continue to make moves in preparation for the upcoming season. The addition of Coleman Crow could prove to be a valuable asset for the Brewers, while the departure of Houser and Taylor opens up new opportunities for the Mets as they build their roster.