Blake Snell to Milwaukee? Brewers’ Latest Signing Lures Lefty Ace Amidst Off-Season Waiting Game

Is it possible to separate two players who are made for each other? To answer that, one has to look deeper into the Milwaukee Brewers’ latest acquisition – the veteran Gary Sanchez. The 31-year-old who was Blake Snell’s team mate in 2023 might be bringing about a domino effect with his latest signing. But how likely is it?

Well, looking at their conjoined history might give some context. In the last year’s season, Sanchez was Snell’s personal catcher for the San Diego Padres. This established a bed of familiarity between the two players. So much so that hardcore fans like Blake Newsom stated on twitter that “Well he and Blake Snell are a package deal soooooo”. 

Here’s How the Signing of Gary Sanchez Has Led To The Milwaukee Brewers Catching Snell’s Attention

With Jon Heyman’s post on Twitter (now X), “Gary Sanchez with Brewers: $7M. 1 year plus option” there stands a high possibility that Milwaukee might be the southpaw free-agent’s destination. Perhaps Sanchez’s signing is relevant to Snell’s decision. That said, it is key to look at why. 

Snell’s feeling, as per reports suggest, is that he enjoyed pitching to Sanchez. In an interaction with The Athletic, the Seattle born expressed his appreciation for Sanchez saying, “I even put a lot of trust in him, like, what do you want? Like, you tell me… I trust him on that. He’s smart.” This indicates a potential inclination toward reuniting with his favorite catcher. 

This whole situation is also an intriguing opportunity. The Brewers’ catching depth, with both the 2x – All Star and reigning Silver Slugger William Contreras, might be really lucrative for Snell. Not only could it offer him a reliable battery behind the plate, but also perhaps improve his performance and level of comfort. That said, a few other key points come into perspective. 

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Working Through Uncertainties, Blake Snell Might Land In Milwaukee

One of the biggest uncertainties this off season is the pitcher market. While Snell remains a free agent through the first week of February, the market for aces has been truly slow this offseason. With that, reuniting with Sanchez and joining a competitive team like the Brew Crew could pose as a more appealing choice. That’s only if Snell and his agent Scott Boras give up the wait for a better offer elsewhere. 

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However, do note that this is pure conjecture. There are various factors which could influence Snell’s decision beyond his preference for a specific catcher, including overall team fit, financial offers, and, of course, personal preferences.

Sure, Sanchez’s signing could be a step in the right direction for Milwaukee’s pursuit of Snell, but this is just one piece of the puzzle. One can only wait and watch as Snellzilla picks his next destination.