Senzatela’s Option Likely Not Exercised | Milwaukee Brewers News

0:00On September 10th, the Milwaukee Brewers are facing a big decision on pitcher Antonio Senza W, a guy they picked up at the trade deadline. He's got a club option for next year, and it's set at a hefty $14 million. Given his performance since joining the team, it's looking like a pretty straight forward call for the front office. Senza, tell, uh, came over from the Colorado Rockies where he's spent most of his career as a starter. While he had some struggles there, he actually found a bit of success moving to the bullpen this season. That performance was enough to catch Milwaukee's eye and make the trade happen. However, since arriving in Milwaukee, Senza tell us numbers haven't been what they hoped for. He's put up a 5.87 earned run average in 16 appearances. That kind of performance makes it tough to justify a $14 million commitment for another year. So, the word is that the Brewers are very unlikely to pick up that option. It's a business decision, plain and simple. When you look at the cost versus the production, the answer becomes pretty clear for the team's

1:01management. This situation highlights the risks involved in mid-season trades. Teams are always looking to improve, but sometimes those moves don't pan out as expected, leaving them with tough choices down the line. You've been listening to Milwaukee Brewers News today, AI-powered team coverage.