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Milwaukee Brewers Sign Veteran Left-Hander José Quintana to One-Year Deal

The 36-year-old pitcher, known for his success against Milwaukee, joins the Brewers to bolster their rotation pending a physical.

Francisco Lindor (R) #12 of the New York Mets celebrates with Luis Severino (L) #40 and Jose Quintana (C) #62 with an OMG sign after hitting a solo home run in the ninth inning during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on September 11, 2024 in Toronto.
Oct 17, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Jose Quintana (62) reacts after giving up a home run against Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) in the first inning during game four of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • José Quintana has agreed to a one-year, $4.25 million contract with the Milwaukee Brewers, pending a physical, according to multiple reports.
  • Quintana, 36, had a strong 2024 season with the New York Mets, posting a 3.75 ERA across 31 starts and delivering a stellar late-season stretch with a 2.77 ERA in his final 18 starts.
  • The Brewers were motivated to sign Quintana due to his consistent success against them throughout his career, including a 2.98 ERA in 23 appearances against Milwaukee.
  • Quintana brings veteran experience to the Brewers' rotation, complementing younger pitchers like Freddy Peralta and Jacob Mizorowski, while offering depth and leadership.
  • The Colombian left-hander has a career 3.74 ERA across 13 MLB seasons, having pitched for seven teams, including standout years with the White Sox, Cubs, and Cardinals.