Milwaukee Brewers still have spots to fill this offseason. They need to address the first base position. Same with the third base spot. And they likely need another pitcher pending on who you ask. Brewers do not exactly need another outfielder, but that is what they added on Monday. Avisail Garcia is now part of the Milwaukee Brewers on a two-year deal worth 20 million dollars with an option for a third year. Brewers get a much-needed boost to their offense with a guy that loaded with potential.

Garcia is 28 years old, and you can argue that he is ready to hit his prime in the next few years. He has been impressive through his last few seasons. He led the American League in batting average in 2017 hitting .330, and Garcia hit 18 or more home runs in the last three seasons. Garcia will not be a guy that gets on-base by walking but he can hit the shit out of the baseball. That is always something you can use in the lineup. He can fit in nicely as clean-up or fifth in the order.

Much like Yasmani Grandal and Christian Yelich, Garcia is coming to Miller Park without having played at a hitter-friendly home ballpark. The stadiums that the new Brewers outfielder played 81 games in were Comerica Park, Guaranteed Rate Field (White Sox) and Tropicana Field. Tropicana Field was 25th in runs last season. In 2018, Guaranteed Rate Field was 22nd. Garcia never had the comfort of playing in a stadium like Miller Park for 81 games. He could thrive in that spot like we’ve seen with other Brewers.

Some might contend that Brewers do not need another outfielder. I would argue that isn’t the case. Ryan Braun is going to need off days. Same for Lorenzo Cain. Christian Yelich’s back gets bulky after too many games in a row. Garcia will play on a regular basis. He is not a backup. They do have Corey Ray and Tyrone Taylor, but those players are likely expendable if the Brewers are looking to make a move before the season starts in March. Braun could likely find himself at first base from time and again.

Brewers aren’t likely done, but this is a good add for Milwaukee’s offense.

Charlie.