As the Milwaukee Brewers wrap up the regular season week, still with a shot at post-season play, you have to wonder if we've seen the last of Ryan Braun.
Granted, the 37-year-old had a stellar final three games at Miller Park (it will ALWAYS be Miller Park to me, no matter which corporate sponsor has naming rights). In the three-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals, Braun was at his vintage best.
The truth is, he ain't what he used to be. There's not a home for him in the outfield on a regular basis, and limited time at first base just won't justify the salary. Yes, his contract is up after this season. But he and the club hold an option for an additional $15 million for 2021.
Unless the National League adopts the Designated Hitter rule, after implementing it during this Covid-19 shortened season, I just can't see the club exercising the option. Yes, Braunie is great in the lockerroom, and would be a fine DH for the Brewers. But an every day player? Or a bench player? Probably not.
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