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4 big questions for Milwaukee Brewers 2021-22 offseason

By Brian Sampson

Brewers General Manager David Stearns and Manager Craig Counsell talk before a spring training game, March 28, 2016.Mjs Counsell Stearns
Brewers General Manager David Stearns and Manager Craig Counsell talk before a spring training game, March 28, 2016.Mjs Counsell Stearns /
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Jul 7, 2021; New York City, New York, USA; Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) reacts during the seventh inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

What will the Brewers do with Josh Hader?

Josh Hader has two years remaining of team control and the trade rumors have been circulating for a few years now. He’ll hit arbitration this year and could make close to $8 million in 2022. Are the Brewers willing/able to pay that much for a relief pitcher?

If they decide not, they could trade him this offseason and get a big haul in return. Hader is one of the best arms in all of baseball and a dominant relief pitcher. He’s got a lot of experience under his belt as well and can pitch in clutch situations.

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If they do move him, they’ll have to figure out how to upgrade other areas of their bullpen as well. Devin Williams seems primed to move into the closer role, but they’ll need other big arms to supplement Hader. It’s a tricky decision and we’ll see how they handle it.

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