The Milwaukee Brewers are making sure one of the biggest stars from their championship run will be back next season. The organization has exercised William Contreras’ $15.5 million club option for 2027, keeping the reigning World Series MVP in Milwaukee for at least one more year.
It is a major decision for a franchise coming off its first World Series championship. Contreras was one of the most important pieces of the Brewers’ success, and bringing him back gives the team an opportunity to build on its historic season.
Contreras Is Too Important to Lose
Contreras has established himself as one of baseball’s best catchers. During the 2026 regular season, he hit .270 with 18 home runs and 94 RBIs. He also continued to provide valuable defense behind the plate, catching at least 1,000 innings for the third consecutive season.
His postseason performance made his value even clearer. Contreras delivered when Milwaukee needed him most, helping lead the Brewers through their championship run and earning World Series MVP honors.
Losing a player with that combination of offensive production, leadership and defensive ability would have been a significant setback.
Milwaukee Must Think Beyond 2027
While exercising the option guarantees Contreras another season with the Brewers, his long-term future remains uncertain. He is scheduled to become a free agent after the 2027 campaign, meaning Milwaukee could face another difficult decision next offseason.
The Brewers have previously traded valuable players approaching free agency, but Contreras is a different situation. After winning a championship, keeping the core together should be a major priority.
Milwaukee has already proven it can compete for a World Series. Keeping Contreras gives the organization a better chance to do it again.
The Brewers made the right move by bringing their star catcher back for 2027. Now, the biggest question is whether they can find a way to keep him in Milwaukee for years to come.
