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Phillies Acquire Outfielder Steward Berroa From Brewers, Option Him to Triple-A

The low-cost move adds Triple-A outfield depth following the designation of Yoniel Curet to open a 40-man spot.

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Aug 7, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Steward Berroa (37) fields balls during batting practice wearing a George Springer replica hockey jersey before a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports
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Aug 16, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Steward Berroa (35) steals second in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Phillies, in a Wednesday announcement, acquired 26-year-old Steward Berroa from the Brewers for cash, optioned him to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, and designated right-hander Yoniel Curet for assignment.
  • Berroa has 30 big-league games with the Blue Jays and Brewers, hitting .167 with a roughly .504 OPS and seven steals in limited chances.
  • He can play all three outfield spots and has a stronger minor-league track record, with reports citing a .733 OPS since 2017.
  • Curet’s DFA removes him from the 40-man roster and places him on waivers, which gives other clubs a chance to claim him before the Phillies can outright him.
  • Media and team observers cast the trade as an inexpensive depth add for early-season coverage in Triple-A with a possible call-up if the outfield thins.