The Brewers' Roster Shuffle: A Calculated Gamble in the Wild West of MLB Trades The Milwaukee Brewers have traded for Lance McCullers Jr. and Colton Gordon from their division rivals, the Houston Astros.
On paper, this deal seems like a savvy strategic move by a team seeking to bolster its starting rotation and stay ahead in the National League Central.
However, a closer examination reveals a more complex picture of the Brewers' priorities and concerns.