The Milwaukee Brewers have added veteran catcher Reese McGuire on a minor league contract. The deal includes an invitation to major league camp. McGuire, who turns 31 in March, played for the Chicago Cubs last season, batting .226 with nine home runs and 24 RBIs. This move provides the Brewers with added catching depth.

McGuire's career stats include a .248 average with 25 home runs across 399 games with the Toronto Blue Jays, Chicago White Sox, Boston Red Sox, and Cubs. The Brewers are currently relying on William Contreras and prospect Jeferson Quero at the catcher position. They recently lost Danny Jansen to the Texas Rangers in free agency, creating a need.

This signing is a low-risk, high-reward move for Milwaukee. McGuire offers experience and could provide valuable depth in case of injury or underperformance. He was originally drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2013. The Brewers aim to bolster their roster before the start of the season.

With spring training approaching, it will be interesting to see if McGuire can earn a spot on the Brewers' active roster. He'll compete for a backup role behind Contreras and Quero. The Brewers are looking to improve their chances in the upcoming season. What are the expectations for the team?