We are just one day past the MLB All-Star Game, and we are now officially on the road to the MLB Trade Deadline on August 3. One potentially big move has already been made with the first-place Milwaukee Brewers acquiring Lance McCullers Jr from the Houston Astros, where he has spent his entire career. Left-handed pitcher Colton Gordon will also be heading to Milwaukee as part of the deal.
Brewers reportedly acquiring RHP Lance McCullers Jr. from Astros, per MLB's @BrianMcTaggart. pic.twitter.com/bcmJmp9zCl— MLB (@MLB) July 15, 2026McCullers is in the final year of his five-year $85 million contract and waived his no-trade clause to join the Brewers. This move also frees up money for Houston before the trade deadline so that they have more flexibility to acquire players they are targeting to help them make a potential playoff push. We do not yet know what the Astros got in return.
Fantasy ImpactSP Lance McCullers Jr, Milwaukee Brewers
McCullers has had a strong career with the Astros since coming into the league in 2015; however, now 32 years old, he has struggled the past few seasons, much in part due to injuries. He is currently on the IL right now, dealing with a right rotator cuff impingement. However, he has made three rehab assignments and should be ready to come back up to the big leagues soon.
