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Brewers Acquire Outfielder Luis Matos from Giants
Milwaukee adds veteran outfielder in cash deal with San Francisco
Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:23pm
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A cubist-inspired illustration captures the dynamic motion of a veteran outfielder joining a new team, blending past and present in a visually striking way.New Haven TodayThe Milwaukee Brewers have acquired outfielder Luis Matos from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for cash considerations, the teams announced on Thursday.
Why it matters
The Brewers have been looking to add outfield depth to their roster, and Matos provides a veteran presence and additional options for their lineup and defensive alignment. The move comes as the Brewers aim to remain competitive in the NL Central division.
The details
Matos, a 34-year-old veteran, has spent the past three seasons with the Giants after previously playing for the Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals. In 2025, he hit .268 with 7 home runs and 32 RBIs in 112 games for San Francisco.
- The trade was completed on March 30, 2026.
The players
Luis Matos
A 34-year-old outfielder who has spent the past three seasons with the San Francisco Giants.
Milwaukee Brewers
The Major League Baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that acquired Matos in a cash deal.
San Francisco Giants
The Major League Baseball team based in San Francisco, California that traded Matos to the Brewers.
What they’re saying
“We're excited to add a veteran outfielder like Luis to our roster. His experience and skill set will be valuable assets as we push for the playoffs this season.”
— David Stearns, General Manager, Milwaukee Brewers
The takeaway
This trade represents a low-risk, high-upside move for the Brewers as they look to bolster their outfield depth and make a run at the postseason in 2026.
