Phillies Acquire Outfielder Berroa from Brewers

Philadelphia options Berroa to Triple-A, designates Curet for assignment

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:22pm

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The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired 26-year-old outfielder Steward Berroa from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for cash considerations. The Phillies have optioned Berroa to their Triple-A affiliate Lehigh Valley, while designating 23-year-old right-hander Yoniel Curet for assignment to clear a roster spot.

Why it matters

The Phillies are looking to bolster their outfield depth with the acquisition of Berroa, who has major league experience with the Toronto Blue Jays and Brewers. The move comes as the Phillies aim to improve their roster and compete in the NL East division.

The details

Berroa has batted .167 with one RBI in 30 games at the major league level over the past two seasons. The Brewers had designated him for assignment last week before the Phillies acquired him for cash. To make room on the 40-man roster, the Phillies have designated right-hander Yoniel Curet for assignment.

  • The trade was completed on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
  • Berroa was designated for assignment by the Brewers last week.

The players

Steward Berroa

A 26-year-old outfielder who has played in the major leagues for the Toronto Blue Jays and Milwaukee Brewers.

Yoniel Curet

A 23-year-old right-handed pitcher in the Phillies organization who has been designated for assignment to clear a roster spot.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to add Steward to our organization and see what he can do at the Triple-A level. He has major league experience and we believe he can contribute to our big league club in the future.”

— Dave Dombrowski, Phillies President of Baseball Operations

What’s next

Berroa will report to the Phillies' Triple-A affiliate Lehigh Valley to continue his development, while the Phillies will monitor his progress and potential future role with the major league club.

The takeaway

The Phillies are making a low-risk move to add outfield depth and potential by acquiring Steward Berroa from the Brewers. While Berroa has limited major league experience, the Phillies are hoping he can develop into a contributor at the big league level as they aim to improve their roster and compete in the NL East.