Brewers Manager Pat Murphy Signs New Three-Year Contract

The reigning back-to-back National League manager of the year will remain with the team through 2028.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Milwaukee Brewers have signed manager Pat Murphy to a new three-year contract, keeping him with the team through the 2028 season. Murphy, who has been the Brewers' manager for the past two seasons, led the team to back-to-back 90-win seasons and NL Central division titles.

Why it matters

Murphy's contract extension provides stability and continuity for the Brewers, who have found success under his leadership. Retaining a proven manager like Murphy is crucial for the team as they look to build on their recent playoff appearances and compete for a World Series championship.

The details

According to reports, Murphy's new deal includes a club option for the 2029 season, which would keep him with the Brewers through his age-71 season. Previously a bench coach under Craig Counsell, Murphy has been with the Brewers organization since 2015 and has served as the team's manager for the past two seasons, leading them to back-to-back 90-win campaigns and NL Central division titles.

  • Murphy has been with the Brewers organization since 2015.
  • He has served as the team's manager for the past two seasons, leading them to back-to-back 90-win campaigns and NL Central division titles.

The players

Pat Murphy

The reigning back-to-back National League manager of the year, who has been with the Milwaukee Brewers organization since 2015 and has served as the team's manager for the past two seasons.

Craig Counsell

The previous Brewers manager, under whom Murphy served as a bench coach.

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What they’re saying

“I'm sincerely grateful I have a locker. Getting to be part of the Brewers organization for the last 10 years has been a great journey. Getting to continue in this position is an honor.”

— Pat Murphy, Brewers Manager (MLB.com)

What’s next

The Brewers will look to build on their recent success and compete for a World Series championship under Murphy's continued leadership.

The takeaway

The Brewers' decision to extend manager Pat Murphy's contract demonstrates their commitment to maintaining stability and continuity within the organization, as they seek to build on their recent playoff appearances and compete for a championship.