As the MLB exhibition season kicks into high gear, teams continue to shore up their rosters ahead of Opening Day. Recently, the Milwaukee Brewers made a significant addition by signing veteran outfielder Mark Canha to a minor-league contract, following the unfortunate injury of Blake Perkins, who is expected to miss time due to a fractured shin.

Brewers Add Canha

Canha, 36, previously had a stint with the Brewers during the 2023 season but ended the past year playing for both the Tigers and Giants. In 125 games, he recorded a batting line of .242/.344/.346 with seven home runs and seven stolen bases, contributing to a total of 0.6 Wins Above Replacement, marking the lowest performance of his career since 2017.

He is aiming to secure a spot on the Brewers’ bench and possibly compete for a role alongside lefty-hitting outfielder Sal Frelick. However, Canha’s potential for performance raises concerns, given that teams typically seek more offensive output from their corner positions.

Canha’s situation is noteworthy because he qualifies as an Article XX(B) free agent, which carries certain stipulations that allow him opt-out opportunities as the season approaches. His first chance to make a decision will occur five days prior to Opening Day.

Rangers Sign Pillar

In a related transaction, the Texas Rangers confirmed the signing of veteran outfielder Kevin Pillar to a minor-league deal, aiming to bolster their roster as well.

Conclusion

This recent activity underlines the ongoing reshaping of rosters across the league as teams look to finalize their line-ups for the upcoming season.