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Brewers Reportedly Reach 8-Year, $50.75 Million Deal With Prospect Cooper Pratt

The reported pre-debut pact reflects Milwaukee's plan to secure cost-controlled talent early.

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 23: Cooper Pratt #87 of the Milwaukee Brewers up to bat against the Cincinnati Reds during the exhibition game at American Family Field on March 23, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Multiple outlets reported Monday that 21-year-old shortstop Cooper Pratt agreed to an eight-year deal worth about $50.75 million, though the Brewers have not announced the signing.
  • Reporting from USA Today and The Athletic says the contract includes two club option years with possible escalators that could raise the option payouts.
  • Pratt is a top Brewers prospect and ranks No. 62 on MLB Pipeline, prized for elite defense with last season’s Double-A line of .238/.343/.348 and only three Triple-A games so far.
  • The approach mirrors Milwaukee’s 2023 pre-debut extension for Jackson Chourio, a small-market tactic that trades early guaranteed money for long-term team control.
  • Manager Pat Murphy praised Pratt’s aptitude in spring but said he still needs development, and analysts note the move could influence Milwaukee’s crowded infield mix over time.