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Brewers Trade Collins and Mears for Royals' Zerpa

12/14/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Milwaukee Brewers traded Isaac Collins (Milwaukee Brewers) and Nick Mears (Milwaukee Brewers) to the Kansas City Royals for left-handed pitcher Angel Zerpa (Kansas City Royals).
Isaac Collins, a switch-hitter, hit .263 with nine home runs in the 2025 season, but struggled in the postseason.
Nick Mears posted a 3.49 ERA in 63 games.
Angel Zerpa had a 4.18 ERA in 69 appearances for the Royals and a 63.7% ground-ball rate.

History

Historical Context

The 2015 MLB trade deadline was pivotal, with the Chicago Cubs acquiring pitcher Jake Arrieta, who later achieved a remarkable 22-win season in 2016. This strategic move contributed to the Cubs' historic 2016 World Series victory, ending a 108-year championship drought. Similarly, the Brewers' recent trade for Angel Zerpa underscores the ongoing significance of player acquisitions in shaping team success and postseason outcomes.

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Story summary

The Milwaukee Brewers traded Isaac Collins (Milwaukee Brewers) and Nick Mears (Milwaukee Brewers) to the Kansas City Royals for left-handed pitcher Angel Zerpa (Kansas City Royals).
Isaac Collins, a switch-hitter, hit .263 with nine home runs in the 2025 season, but struggled in the postseason.
Nick Mears posted a 3.49 ERA in 63 games.
Angel Zerpa had a 4.18 ERA in 69 appearances for the Royals and a 63.7% ground-ball rate.

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