Brewers Sign Top Shortstop Prospect to 8-Year Deal

Cooper Pratt inks $50.75 million contract with Milwaukee

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:35pm

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The Milwaukee Brewers have finalized an 8-year, $50.75 million contract with highly touted shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt, locking up one of the top young talents in baseball for the long-term.

Why it matters

Pratt is considered one of the top shortstop prospects in the minor leagues, and this deal secures his future with the Brewers as they look to build a contending team around their young core of players.

The details

The 8-year contract will keep Pratt in Milwaukee through the 2034 season. He is expected to join the Brewers' major league roster later this year and compete for the starting shortstop job.

  • The deal was finalized on April 3, 2026.

The players

Cooper Pratt

A highly touted shortstop prospect in the Brewers' minor league system.

Milwaukee Brewers

The Major League Baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to have Cooper as a part of our organization for the long-term. He's a special talent and a key piece of our future.”

— David Stearns, Brewers President of Baseball Operations

What’s next

Pratt is expected to compete for the Brewers' starting shortstop job during spring training next year.

The takeaway

This long-term deal for one of the top young shortstop prospects in baseball shows the Brewers' commitment to building a contender through developing homegrown talent.