The Milwaukee Brewers have reached a favorable one-year deal with catcher William Contreras, also including a club option for the 2026 season, effectively avoiding arbitration. Salary figures have not been revealed, but prior to the agreement, Contreras filed for $6.5 million, while the Brewers proposed $5.6 million. The negotiation process was narrowed down after the January 15 arbitration eligibility deadline, where Contreras was among the few players who had not settled earlier. Going forward, the club option ensures that Contreras remains under club control if it's declined.
Contreras filed for $6.5 million, while the Brewers submitted $5.6 million, leaving room for negotiation ahead of the January 15 arbitration deadline.
Ultimately, the Brewers and William Contreras have agreed to a one-year deal with a club option for the 2026 season, avoiding arbitration.
Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that the exact salary figures of Contreras's new deal with the Brewers have not yet been disclosed.
Contreras remains under club control amidst the negotiations since the club option can be turned down in the future.
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