Garrett Mitchell

Garrett Mitchell and the Milwaukee Brewers have avoided arbitration and the outfielder will make $950K in 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Mitchell missed most of the 2025 season with a second shoulder surgery and played only .206 in 78 plate appearances. He does have a decent combination of pop and speed as evidenced by eight home runs and 11 stolen bases in just 69 games for the Brewers in 2024. Still just 27, Mitchell's durability, however, is a major concern as he has endured three straight injury-filled seasons. It's unclear if Mitchell will be available at the start of 2026.

The Brewers transferred OF Garrett Mitchell to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

The move opens up a roster spot for Milwaukee. Mitchell is not expected to return this season after undergoing shoulder surgery.

Garrett Mitchell is undergoing surgery today and he is not expected to return this season.

Fantasy Impact

When the report came out last week of Mitchell needing another surgery, the Brewers had some hope he could return later this season. The goal now is for him to be healthy by spring training next year.

Garrett Mitchell’s second opinion confirmed he needs another surgery to repair his left shoulder which is scheduled for Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

It is a tough break for Mitchell. The recovery timeline will be clearer after the surgery. The Brewers remain hopeful he can return this season.

Garrett Mitchell may need another surgery after he re-injuered his shoulder last week.

Fantasy Impact

The initial diagnosis of Mitchell's shoulder injury is that he dislodged some of the anchors from his previous surgery. He is expected to have an 8-10 week timetable to return.