The Milwaukee Brewers face significant challenges this offseason after losing key players, including star shortstop Willy Adames and All-Star closer Devin Williams, who was traded to the New York Yankees. Despite these setbacks, the Brewers remain competitive in the National League Central, particularly with an eye toward the 2025 season.

To fill the void left by Williams, the Brewers should consider pursuing available closers. Recently, Jeff Hoffman signed a lucrative deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, limiting options for Milwaukee. However, Carlos Estevez, a former teammate of Hoffman with the Philadelphia Phillies, is still on the market and could be a fitting replacement. Estevez had a standout season with the Angels in 2023, followed by an even better performance in 2024, boasting impressive metrics including a 2.45 ERA and 26 saves.