REPORT: Brewers’ Supersub Could Solve a Major Position Problem in 2025

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The Milwaukee Brewers are in a bit of a quandary as they look towards shaping their roster for the future, particularly around the infield.

One intriguing option is Tyler Black, whose versatility could be a real asset for the team.

There’s chatter about using him as a jack-of-all-trades—rotating him through various positions to give key players like Christian Yelich a break in left field and at DH, maybe stepping in at first base alongside Rhys Hoskins, or even filling in across the outfield with young talents like Jackson Chourio and Sal Frelick.

But let’s focus on the elephant in the room: third base.

With rumors swirling about Willy Adames possibly heading out via free agency and Joey Ortiz potentially shifting to shortstop, the Brewers need a plan for the hot corner.

That’s where Tyler Black comes into play for 2025.

Despite only a handful of games at third in 2024, Black proved his mettle in the position during 2023 with Double-A Biloxi and Triple-A Nashville.

Now, truth be told, Black may not win any Gold Gloves at third—he’s less than stellar defensively. Also, he’s not going to be knocking the cover off the ball.

But that’s not to say his bat is a weakness. With a respectable .278/.389/.452 slash line over 529 Triple-A at-bats, packed with 23 doubles, nine triples, 18 home runs, 92 RBIs, and 28 stolen bases, he holds his own.

While he might not bring the same power as Adames, his contact skills and speed inject a different dynamic into the Brewers’ lineup. If Black can even approximate Chourio’s 2024 OPS of .791, it’d be quite the boon for Milwaukee.

The Brewers might have missed a trick by not integrating Black into the lineup when Yelich was recovering from back surgery in 2024. This oversight means Black will face the challenge of adapting to MLB-caliber pitching in 2025, much like Chourio did last year.

On the bright side, with more Triple-A experience under his belt and a glimpse of major league action in 2024, Black is arguably better prepared to shorten his adjustment period compared to Chourio.

Economically, Black could also be a game-changer for the Brewers. Potentially filling the third-base gap in-house could help mitigate the team’s budget concerns.

Consider Ryan McMahon, a potential trade asset, whose contract commands $44 million over the next three years. Black, in comparison, is due for the MLB minimum salary for at least two of those seasons, representing significant payroll relief.

This economical approach allows the Brewers to secure impactful contributions without the big price tag, leaving room to maneuver in other areas of need.

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