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Brewers Sign Shortstop Cooper Pratt to $50.8 Million Deal

3/31/2026

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Summary

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The Milwaukee Brewers are finalizing an eight-year contract extension for shortstop Cooper Pratt worth about $50.8 million, with two option years.
Pratt is 21 and has appeared in three Triple-A games.
Pat Murphy says Pratt must develop at Triple-A before his MLB debut, citing Jackson Chourio’s major-league success as precedent.

History

Historical Context

The 2011 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) transformed Major League Baseball's player compensation structure, allowing free agency for players with six or more years of service. This shift, coupled with the 2016 CBA, led to increased salaries and longer contracts, enabling teams like the Milwaukee Brewers to invest in young talent, exemplified by Cooper Pratt's $50.8 million extension, fostering a focus on player development.

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Story summary

The Milwaukee Brewers are finalizing an eight-year contract extension for shortstop Cooper Pratt worth about $50.8 million, with two option years.
Pratt is 21 and has appeared in three Triple-A games.
Pat Murphy says Pratt must develop at Triple-A before his MLB debut, citing Jackson Chourio’s major-league success as precedent.

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