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Brewers Deal Isaac Collins, Nick Mears to Royals for Lefty Ángel Zerpa

Team executives cast the swap as Kansas City boosting on-base offense and relief depth while Milwaukee adds a multi‑inning sinker‑slider lefty.

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Apr 2, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Isaac Collins (6) reacts after hitting a double as Kansas City Royals first baseman Salvador Perez (13) looks on in the first inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Milwaukee sent outfielder Isaac Collins and right-handed reliever Nick Mears to Kansas City in exchange for left-hander Ángel Zerpa, a trade announced over the weekend.
  • Royals GM J.J. Picollo praised Collins’ versatility, speed and on-base ability, after a 2025 breakout that included nine homers, 16 steals and a .368 OBP.
  • Mears, who logged a 3.49 ERA across 63 games for the Brewers in 2025, is expected to strengthen Kansas City’s bullpen depth.
  • Brewers executive Matt Arnold highlighted Zerpa’s power sinker/slider mix and ground-ball profile; Zerpa appeared in 69 games in 2025, going 5–2 with a 4.18 ERA, and could work multiple innings.
  • The move follows Milwaukee’s outfield surplus after signing Akil Baddoo and aligns with Kansas City’s broader roster build that includes adding Lane Thomas and extending Maikel García around Bobby Witt Jr.