The Brewers completed a trade with the Rays, acquiring right-handed pitcher Jake Woodford for minor league right-hander K.C. Hunt. Milwaukee transferred outfielder Akil Baddoo to the 60-day injured list with a quad strain to create roster space for the 29-year-old veteran who adds right-handed options to their bullpen mix.

Woodford posted a 1.23 ERA in spring training with Tampa Bay despite struggling last season with Arizona, going 0-4 with a 6.44 ERA. President of baseball operations Matt Arnold praised his versatility, noting Woodford's experience in multiple roles throughout his career with St. Louis and other organizations.

The 2015 first-round draft pick owns a 10-17 career record with a 5.10 ERA