What Is Cooper Pratt Going To Do Now?

FanGraphs writer Michael Baumann analyzes rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt's long-term fit with the Milwaukee Brewers following the 2026 World Series. Despite Pratt batting .421 during the Fall Classic and having signed an eight-year contract worth over $50 million, Baumann questions his defensive errors, baserunning mistakes, and limited power output.

Baumann suggests the Brewers could eventually shift Pratt to third base or second base, particularly with top prospect Jesús Made advancing and second baseman Brice Turang established. The analysis concludes that while Pratt faces offensive and positional questions, his contact skills and athleticism provide solid developmental upside.