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Brewers to face NL Central competition in pursuit of reunion with free agent reliever JoJo Romero

The Milwaukee Brewers' pursuit of a reunion with trade deadline acquisition JoJo Romero is expected to face competition from Romero's former team, the St. Louis Cardinals.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 6:19 PM
Brewers to face NL Central competition in pursuit of reunion with free agent reliever JoJo Romero
Key Things to Know
  • The Milwaukee Brewers reportedly face competition from the St. Louis Cardinals to sign free agent reliever JoJo Romero.
  • Romero became an unrestricted free agent after winning the 2026 World Series with Milwaukee following a midseason trade.
  • MLB Trade Rumors projects the 30-year-old left-hander will secure a two-year, $13 million free-agent contract.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Milwaukee Brewers may face division competition from the St. Louis Cardinals in free agency to re-sign relief pitcher JoJo Romero. Romero, who was acquired by Milwaukee from St. Louis at the 2026 trade deadline, reached free agency following the Brewers' World Series victory. According to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Cardinals are interested in discussing a reunion with the 30-year-old left-hander.

Reviewing the Brew highlights that Romero has posted a 2.91 ERA over the last three seasons. MLB Trade Rumors projects Romero to secure a two-year, $13 million contract on the open market, potentially complicating Milwaukee's pursuit if a bidding war emerges.

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