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Speed is part of the identity of the Milwaukee Brewers, and that extended to the Triple-A roster this past season. The Nashville Sounds had two players steal 40-plus bases for them this season, and a third player who joined halfway through the year wound up with 40 in total.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 23

How Does Rockies Outfield Signing Drew Avans Play into Roster for 2026?

The Colorado Rockies are looking to start to build out a new roster heading into 2026, with multiple roster moves having been made already. With a new front office in place and still being fleshed out before the offseason really gets underway in a few weeks, some preliminary additions have been processed to build out the depth of the team.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 20

Brewers outfielder formerly claimed on waivers in 2025 signs with NL West team

A former Milwaukee Brewers outfielder who was claimed off waivers in 2025 is on the move again, this time landing with a new club in the NL West. The change of scenery, despite being a minor league contract, offers a fresh opportunity as he looks to carve out a more defined role at the big-league level.

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Athletics News / Athletics Nation / November 11

2025 Athletics Season In Review: Drew Avans

Next up in our Season in Review series is another player that got plenty of playing time in Triple-A Las Vegas before his first promotion to the big leagues.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 14

Brewers Cut Ties With 29-Year-Old Amid Flurry Of Roster Moves

The Milwaukee Brewers announced three different moves on Sunday. Milwaukee optioned right-handed pitcher Easton McGree to Triple-A, returning outfielder Blake Perkins and optioned him to Triple-A, and designated outfielder Drew Avans for assignment to make room on the roster, per the team.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Brewers make decision on Drew Avans as part of recent roster moves

The Brewers announced a trio of roster moves, including the news that outfielder Drew Avans has been designated for assignment. The DFA opens up a 40-man roster spot for Blake Perkins, who was returned from his minor league rehab assignment and optioned to Triple-A Nashville, after spending the entire season on the injured list.

MLB News / WI Sports Heroics / July 10

Milwaukee Brewers trade for speedy Dodgers outfielder

Prior to the Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers series finale on Wednesday, July 9, the two organizations made a trade. After being designated for assignment by LA earlier in the week, outfielder Steward Berroa was traded to the Brew Crew for cash.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15

Drew Avans collects first major league RBI in Brewers debut

After his release from the Athletics, the Milwaukee Brewers claimed outfielder Drew Avans off waivers on June 8. Just three games into his Triple-A stint with the Nashville Sounds, he was promoted to Milwaukee’s major league roster.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / June 8

Brewers Claim Speedy Outfielder From Athletics In Bid To Bolster Roster Depth

The Milwaukee Brewers have made a roster move in the midst of Sunday's finale against the San Diego Padres. The team announced that they have claimed outfielder Drew Avans off waivers from the Athletics.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 27

Athletics reunite with veteran left-hander in deal with Red Sox

He spent parts of the 2023 and 2024 seasons in Oakland, though knee problems limited his workload.

Athletics rookie 1B Nick Kurtz (hip) placed on injured list

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 15

Former Los Angeles Dodgers Prospect Projected To Break Camp With The Athletics

This past November, the A's signed outfielder Drew Avans to a minor-league contract. Avans spent his entire professional career with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and was drafted by them back in 2018 in the 33rd round.

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Athletics News / Sport Relay / March 11

Athletics Report: Jeffrey Springs Settling In, Drew Avans Hitting Ball Well

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Mar 11) — The Athletics bowed to the San Francisco Giants, 5–3, on a blustery Tuesday afternoon at Scottsdale Stadium. Left-hander Jeffrey Springs improved his fastball command in his start but is not yet satisfied.

Athletics News / True Blue LA / March 9

Old friend Drew Avans homers against Blake Snell

Old friend alert. Drafted by the Dodgers in 2018, Avans played seven years in the org, including the last four seasons in Triple-A Oklahoma City. Now an NRI with the A’s, Avans homered against his old team.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 3, 2024

Dodgers Lose Free Agent Outfielder to AL West Squad

Dodgers free agent outfielder Drew Avans has found a new home. According to the MLB.com transaction log, Avans has signed a minor league deal with the Athletics.

Chicago White Sox News / True Blue LA / November 29, 2024

Notes: Crochet, Hernández, Avans

The Dodgers expressed interest in Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet around the trade deadline, and the team is still one of three teams vying for his services.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Oakland Athletics on SI / November 27, 2024

A's sign former Los Angeles Dodgers prospect in interesting addition

According to his player page, the Athletics have signed former Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Drew Avans to a minor-league contract for the 2025 campaign.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 13, 2024

Los Angeles Dodgers Minor League Free Agents: Jon Duplantier, John Rooney, Drew Avans & More

The MLB offseason is shaping up to be an exciting one with a bevy of talent hitting the market and the Los Angeles Dodgers figuring to be heavily in the mix for marquee players such as Roki Sasaki and potentially Juan Soto.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 20, 2024

Minors: Alex Freeland, Drew Avans, Lucas Wepf

Freeland homers for a second straight game, Avans continues his multi-hit barrage, plus a Midwest League honor for Wepf The first three games of the final series of the season for Dodgers Triple-A affiliate Oklahoma City at the Salt Lake Bees (Angels) have included lopsided scores.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / September 18, 2024