The Milwaukee Brewers, coming off a season where they won 97 games, have brought back a key piece to their team. The news surfaced a little more than two months before the 2026 season starts.
Andrew Vaughn Stays With Milwaukee Brewers on $7.65M Deal to Avoid Arbitration
According to Brewers Insider Robert Murray:
Source: Andrew Vaughn and the Brewers have agreed at $7.65 million to avoid arbitration.
— Robert Murray (@ByRobertMurray) January 8, 2026
The 2025 MLB season was a roller-coaster year for first baseman Andrew Vaughn, one that began with struggles in Chicago and ended with a dramatic resurgence after a midseason change of scenery.
At just 27 years old, Vaughn’s performance this year highlighted both inconsistency and untapped potential, making 2025 one of the most memorable seasons of his young career.
Early Struggles with the Chicago White Sox
The season began in disappointment for Vaughn with the Chicago White Sox. Over 48 games with his original club, Vaughn posted a .189 batting average, hit just 5 home runs, and drove in 19 runs.
His on-base and slugging numbers were well below league average, with his OPS sitting at roughly .531 — a worrying sign for a player once viewed as a cornerstone bat. (StatMuse)
Midseason Trade Ignites Vaughn’s Resurgence
In a pivotal midseason move, Vaughn was traded to the Milwaukee Brewers. That change proved massive.
Over 64 games with Milwaukee, Vaughn hit a robust .308 batting average and smashed 9 home runs, showcasing a dramatic uptick in contact quality and run production. His slugging percentage also jumped, and his OPS with the Brewers climbed into elite territory relative to his earlier season struggles.
Overall 2025 Season Stats
- .254 batting average
- 14 home runs
- 65 RBIs
- .719 OPS
- 112 games played
- 103 hits and 35 runs scored
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