The Milwaukee Brewers have traded minor-league slugger Wes Clarke to the Houston Astros, confirming the move earlier this week. Clarke, 25, was drafted as a catcher from South Carolina in 2021 and had been showcasing power at the AAA level, hitting 26 homers in 2023 and posting an impressive .812 OPS. Despite his potential, he struggled with strikeouts, tallying 55 this season alone, which raises concerns about his ability to make consistent contact.

Clarke's role has shifted over the years, as he spent little time catching recently, favoring first base and designated hitter positions instead. The Astros are expected to evaluate him further before adding him to their major league roster, as he has yet to make his debut. Meanwhile, the Brewers have other first-base prospects on their 40-man roster, including Tyler Black and Ernesto Martinez, indicating they are prepared for Clarke's absence.