Brewers Bet Big on Cooper Pratt

0:00It's March 30, Milwaukee Brewers news today starts now, AI powered and ready for kickoff. Milwaukee Brewers just showed major faith in their infield prospect Cooper Pratt by signing him to an eight-year extension worth $51 million. This 21-year-old shortstop ranks as their number six prospect and has only logged three games above AA ball. Earlier this week, they locked in the deal with two club options that could climb higher. After it in the sixth round out of high school in Mississippi back in 2023, Pratt moved fast through the system, hitting double-avaluxy. For most of last season, fans and scouts are buzzing because Pratt won a minor league goal glove in 2024 for his slick defense at a premium spot. His arm strength and instinct stand out, giving him a strong shot to stick a shortstop, despite solid competition from guys like Jesus made and Luis. In spring training Big League camp, he slashed 294 over 42 played appearances and last year

1:01at AA, he cranked eight home runs, while swiping 31 bags in 36 tries. Now he's kicking off this season at AAA Nashville after a quick taste there last year. Brewers are clearly betting big on Pratt's contact skills and glove to anchor their infield for years, stacking the future with homegrown stars.