The Milwaukee Brewers currently sit at a respectable 39-35 record in the 2025 MLB season, yet they remain 6.5 games behind the division-leading Chicago Cubs in the National League Central. While that record places them in the playoff hunt, their season has been nothing short of a roller coaster, marred by inconsistency and ongoing issues in key areas.
The first half of the year was heavily impacted by injuries to the pitching staff, forcing the team to constantly shuffle their rotation. It wasn’t until recently that the Brewers finally settled on a reliable starting five: Freddy Peralta, Jose Quintana, Chad Patrick, Jacob Misiorowski, and Quinn Priester. Unfortunately, the delay in establishing this rotation had ripple effects, leading to a heavily taxed bullpen early in the season — a factor that cost the Brewers several winnable games.
Though the starting rotation now seems to have stabilized, the offense remains an ongoing concern. The team occasionally delivers explosive offensive performances, scoring between six and ten runs in a game. However, more often than not, Milwaukee’s bats have gone quiet, struggling to produce more than four runs — an issue that has become especially problematic in close matchups.
One of the most glaring weak spots on the roster continues to be third base. The Brewers have cycled through a different Opening Day third baseman each year for the past six seasons, highlighting their struggle to find a long-term answer at the position. From Eric Sogard in 2020 to Vinny Capra in 2025, the revolving door has produced minimal offensive output. Capra’s early-season struggles led to his departure from the team, opening the door for Caleb Durbin — acquired in the Devin Williams trade — to take over at the hot corner. While Durbin brings promise, he has struggled at the plate, batting just .216 with two home runs and 22 RBIs.
To truly contend this season, Milwaukee may need to add a reliable, productive bat at third base. One name gaining traction in trade rumors is Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon. With the Rockies owning MLB’s worst record (16-57), it’s widely expected that they’ll look to move some of their veteran talent. McMahon, a 2024 All-Star, fits that mold and has shown improvement after a slow start to the 2025 season, posting an .855 OPS and ranking highly in exit velocity, hard-hit rate, and walk percentage.
MLB insider Mark Feinsand recently named Milwaukee the top potential landing spot for McMahon. His current 2025 stats (.222/.333/.411, 11 home runs, and 24 RBIs) might not stand out, but his recent surge and career consistency make him an intriguing option. Over his career, McMahon owns a .241 batting average with a .324 on-base percentage and a .421 slugging percentage, averaging 22 home runs and 73 RBIs over a 162-game stretch.
Importantly, McMahon is under contract through the 2027 season, offering the kind of stability Milwaukee has long lacked at third base. However, his salary — \$16 million annually for 2026 and 2027 — could be a sticking point for the budget-conscious Brewers. Still, given their prolonged issues at the position, adding McMahon might finally solve a long-standing problem and help elevate the team into serious postseason contention.
