Williams and Sproat believe they’ll fit right in with Brewers after arriving in Peralta trade | National Sports

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jett Williams joined the Milwaukee Brewers organization less than a week ago, but he already has a pretty good read on his new team.

“A bunch of short guys that are a little bit scrappy — similar to me,” the 5-foot-7 infielder/outfielder said.

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