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Willy Adames Homers in Milwaukee Return After Standing Ovation

The former Brewers shortstop, now on a seven-year, $182 million Giants deal, remains revered in Milwaukee.

San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames #2 jokes with Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta #51 and field coordinator Néstor Corredor, right, during batting practice before their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, April 21, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
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Overview

  • In his first at-bat back at American Family Field, the Giants shortstop hit a 419-foot homer off José Quintana.
  • The game marked his first Milwaukee appearance since departing in December on a seven-year, $182 million deal with San Francisco.
  • From 2021–24 he was a centerpiece for the Brewers, helping to three postseason berths and setting 2024 highs of 32 homers and 112 RBIs.
  • San Francisco cites his presence despite a dip to a .222/.310/.397 line with 20 homers and 63 RBIs in 126 games, with manager Bob Melvin praising his energy.
  • Milwaukee entered the series with the majors’ best record, and Adames credited the club’s depth and speed as keys as the visit coincides with a Bob Uecker celebration he planned to honor with custom cleats.