Brewers, Contreras Avoid Arbitration with $6M Deal

The Milwaukee Brewers have signed All-Star catcher William Contreras to a one-year contract with a club option for 2026, avoiding arbitration. Contreras, who initially filed for $6.5 million against the Brewers' $5.6 million offer, will earn $6 million in 2025, with a $12 million club option for 2026. Last season, Contreras had an impressive performance, batting .281 with 23 home runs, earning a Silver Slugger Award, and being named an All-Star. He was also recognized as the Brewers' most valuable player for the second consecutive year by the local chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of America. The contract agreement with Contreras finalizes the Brewers' negotiations with all arbitration-eligible players for the upcoming season. Contreras remains a key player for the Brewers, who aim to secure their third consecutive division title.