Rhys Hoskins’ time with the Milwaukee Brewers concluded following the 2025 season after the team declined his club option, making him a free agent. This move came after a season in which Hoskins remained Milwaukee’s regular first baseman despite earlier trade attempts being unsuccessful due to his $18 million salary. Recently, Hoskins signed a minor league contract with the Cleveland Guardians, offering a base salary of $1.5 million if he reaches the major league roster, marking a new chapter in his career.
Brewers’ Roster Changes and Andrew Vaughn’s Rise
During the 2025 season, the Brewers acquired Andrew Vaughn from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for Aaron Civale. Vaughn, once a highly regarded third overall draft pick, had struggled early with the White Sox and spent time in Triple-A. However, when Hoskins was sidelined due to a sprained wrist, Vaughn’s performance impressed Brewers fans, offering hope for Milwaukee’s future at first base and beyond.
Performance Recap and Career Challenges for Rhys Hoskins
Before joining the Brewers, Hoskins missed the entire 2023 season because of a torn ACL sustained while with the Philadelphia Phillies. In his two seasons playing for Milwaukee, he posted a batting line of .223/.314/.418 with 38 home runs and 125 runs batted in over 221 games. These numbers reflected a decline from his time with Philadelphia, where he maintained a more robust .242/.353/.492 slash line across six seasons. Hoskins was unable to replicate his earlier offensive success, which contributed to the Brewers’ decision to move on.
Insights from Zack Meisel on Hoskins’ Contract with the Guardians
“Once finalized, the Guardians’ deal with Hoskins would be a minor-league contract that pays him a base salary of $1.5M should he make the major-league roster.” — Zack Meisel, The Athletic
Additional Updates on Milwaukee Brewers Prospects and Players
- A Brewers non-roster invitee recently suffered a broken foot, sidelining him for about four months.
- Garrett Mitchell is projected to have a breakout season based on a specific batting metric that analysts are tracking closely.
- Brice Turang has been recognized as the second-best second baseman in Major League Baseball, highlighting his emerging status as a key player for the Brewers.
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Source: Once finalized, the Guardians’ deal with Hoskins would be a minor-league contract that pays him a base salary of $1.5M should he make the major-league roster. https://t.co/fhmqq9NZ6Q
— Zack Meisel (@ZackMeisel) February 22, 2026
