Rangers Acquire C Jonathan Lucroy Rp Jeremy Jeffress From Brewers Updated

Milwaukee acquired top outfield prospect Lewis Brinson, pitching prospect Louis Ortiz and a player to be named. The Rangers were able to keep several of their other top young players, including Jurickson Profar, Nomar Mazara and Joey Gallo, out of the deal.

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Lucroy was on his way to the Indians last week, but he blocked the trade, fearing a loss of playing time with Yan Gomes under contract. Lucroy’s no-trade clause did not include Texas. He will now have a clear path on a team contending for a World Series title.

The Rangers also received Jeffress, who has 27 saves and a sterling 2.22 ERA this season. Jeffress will either close or set up for current closer Sam Dyson.

This article has been updated with the announcement of the trade.