Joba Chamberlain

Key roster moves starting to come for Brewers

March 23, 2017 By Bill Scott

With just 11 days before the regular season opener, the Milwaukee Brewers started trimming their roster.

The Brewers released veteran reliever Joba Chamberlain and sent reliever Michael Blazek to Class AAA Colorado Springs.

Infielder Yadiel Rivera was also sent to Colorado Springs and outfielder Michael Reed, who played at Triple-A last season, was sent all the way back to Class AA Biloxi because the outfield at the Triple-A level is loaded with prospects.

The Brewers also sent relievers David Goforth and Andy Oliver as well as catcher Dustin Houle to minor- [Read more…]

Brewers finalize deal with Joba Chamberlain

January 25, 2017 By Bill Scott

The Milwaukee Brewers finalized their contract with former Yankees and Indians reliever Joba Chamberlain on Tuesday.

Chamberlain signed a minor-league deal with an invitation to big-league spring training. If he makes the team, Chamberlain will earn a $1.375 million base salary with an opportunity to earn more through incentives.

Chamberlain has made 21 postseason appearances, including three in the 2009 World Series with the Yankees against Philadelphia.

Chamberlain was a first round pick by the Yankees in 2006, advancing to the Majors in 2007. The Yankees turned Chamberlain into a starter in 2008. In a full 2009 season, he went 9-6 with a 4.75 ERA. He has pitched out of the bullpen ever since.

Chamberlain was with Cleveland last season, posting a 2.25 ERA in 20 appearances before refusing a minor-league assignment.