Key Points
  • The Brewers acquired Coleman Crow from the Mets in a trade that sent Adrian Houser and Tyrone Taylor to New York.
  • Coleman Crow, a 28th-round pick by the Angels in 2019, made his professional debut in 2021 and quickly rose through the ranks, reaching Double A in 2023.
  • Despite undergoing Tommy John surgery and likely missing the 2024 season, the Brewers saw potential in Crow's outlier spin and movement, particularly in his breaking balls.
  • While his fastball's velocity is modest, its -4 degree Vertical Approach Angle (VAA) makes it effective due to its flatter trajectory.
  • His curveball is a standout pitch with high horizontal sweep and spin rate, making it a plus offering that could shape his career.
  • Crow also features a slider with high spin numbers and a sinker and changeup in his pitching arsenal.
  • Despite missing the 2024 season, Crow's strong command and potential for mid-rotation caliber starter status made him a valuable acquisition for the Brewers.
  • The Brewers aim to refine Crow's fastball and slider and support his recovery from Tommy John surgery to maximize his potential in their starting rotation.