Brewers fans, you can just about close the book on a possible Eric Thames return to the Milwaukee. The Crew has just signed first baseman Justin Smoak to a one year contract. Smoak hit .208 with 22 home runs last season.
With Ryon Healy signed a few days ago and Ryan Braun figuring to get some time at first base as well, and now Justin Smoak in the picture, the Brewers have three players capable of sharing the time at first base.
It’s only a short term deal for Smoak, but it fixes the hole for 2020.