The All‑Star break is approaching. The MLB trade deadline is also drawing near. The Milwaukee Brewers are firmly in contention. The Brewers have won seven of their last ten games. They are one game back behind the Chicago Cubs in the NL Central. With a 54-40 record the Brew Crew hold on to the first wild card spot in the National League. However, a glaring issue remains. There is a lack of power production this season has been a glaring need. The Brewers rank 23rd overall with 89 home runs this year and 25th overall in doubles. Even with this lack of power, they still rank 8th overall in runs scored with 435. Here are three Milwaukee Brewers’ power bat trade targets.
Here’s a breakdown of three potential trade targets who could provide that power surge. Each offers a mix of lineup fit and contract control. These Brewers power bat targets could provide a boost down the stretch in the power categories.
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1. Wilyer Abreu (OF, Boston Red Sox)
- 2025 vs. LHP: .231/.318/.385 (.703 OPS) (1 HR)
- Vs. RHP: .263/.331/.522 (.853 OPS) (17 HR)
- Team Control: Through 2028
Abreu is a hard-hitting outfielder with standout barrel rates and emerging power. His 2025 numbers against lefties aren’t eye-popping. However, hes been punishing right-handed pitching and plays terrific defense, winning a gold glove last year for the Red Sox.
Under team control through 2029 and very affordable, Abreu would offer both immediate impact and long-term value. The Red Sox outfield is crowded with the rise of Roman Anthony. With the return of Masataka Yoshida, the Red Sox might look to flip Abreu for some pitching prospects.
2. Ryan O’Hearn (1B/OF, Baltimore Orioles)
- 2025 vs. LHP: .220/.328/.280 (.608 OPS)
- 2025 vs. RHP: .303/.396/.505 (.901 OPS, 11 HR)
- Team Control: One year of arbitration remaining
O’Hearn is quietly putting together one of his best offensive seasons, with strong overall numbers. However, his splits against lefties are underwhelming, which limits his role to a possible platoon option at 1B or DH.
He’s a proven MLB bat who could provide veteran presence and versatility at a reasonable cost. Due to all that, he should be in high demand as a rental. This will likely cause a team to overpay, potentially.
3. Taylor Ward (OF/1B, Los Angeles Angels)
- 2025 vs. LHP: .258/.310/.561, (.741 OPS) (4 HR)
- 2025 vs. RHP: .220/.300/.455 (.755 OPS) (17 HR)
- Team Control: Through 2026
Ward brings the highest home run total of the three, with 21 so far this year. He should hit over 30 home runs this year. The last two seasons, he has spent most of his time in left field. He has also played at both corner infield spots in his career. This adds potential versatility if acquired in a trade.
Ward is under control through 2026 and would represent the most impactful — but also the most expensive — option.
Final Ranking: Who Fits the Brewers Best?
- Ryan O’Hearn – Rental player, rising demand, .287 average 19% K rate.
- Wilyer Abreu – Young, controllable, and trending up. Medium acquisition cost.
- Taylor Ward – Veteran presence and versatile, but low .227 average with 104 K.
Conclusion
The Brewers need to find a way to produce more consistent power. The trade deadline presents a chance to achieve that goal. They may aim for a long-term asset like Abreu. Alternatively, they might choose a rising masher like O’Hearn. Another option is a veteran fallback like Ward. Each player brings something unique to a playoff-bound roster.
With just weeks remaining before the trade buzzer, all eyes will be on Milwaukee’s front office. Everyone wants to see which bat they choose to bring the spark. The fan in me would rather see Abreu for his team control. His defense is also admirable. In the end, either of these three would work.
