It remains unclear whether Brett Baty would be included in a potential return for a player like Freddy Peralta, but the Milwaukee Brewers’ infield situation makes him an intriguing target.

Milwaukee dealt with instability at shortstop throughout the past season, and Joey Ortiz struggled to consistently produce at the plate. After trading Isaac Collins to the Kansas City Royals, the Brewers could benefit from adding another left handed bat to strengthen their lineup.

Baty primarily plays second base and third base, so any move to Milwaukee would require a defensive shuffle. Brice Turang stands out as the most logical option to take over at shortstop if the Brewers decide to move on from Ortiz.

That alignment would open the door for Baty to step in as the everyday second baseman, giving Milwaukee more offensive upside in the middle infield.

*Prediction*

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In 2025, Baty finally took a major step forward with the New York Mets. He hit .254 with 18 home runs, finishing the season with a .254/.313/.435 slash line and a 111 OPS+.

Those numbers marked a significant improvement over his first three seasons, when he slashed just .215/.282/.325. His breakout provided the Mets with much needed power from the left side, but it also created a roster dilemma.

The Mets’ infield is suddenly crowded. Francisco Lindor is locked in at shortstop, Marcus Semien is set at second base, Jorge Polanco is transitioning to first base, and Bo Bichette is expected to handle third base.

According to The Athletic’s Will Sammon, the Mets are exploring the possibility of getting Baty reps in left field, but there is still no clear long term spot for him.

Because of that logjam, trading Baty makes sense. The Mets could use him as a valuable trade chip to acquire a true outfielder or pitching help. CBS Sports’ R.J. Anderson has already predicted Milwaukee as a logical destination, noting that Baty’s versatility and offensive growth make him appealing to teams that miss out on other infield options.

For the Brewers, Baty would offer positional flexibility, left handed power, and a chance to solidify their lineup as they push for a return to the NLCS in 2026.