The Milwaukee Brewers have assembled one of the National League’s strongest rosters and remain well positioned to make a legitimate postseason run.

Even so, adding another proven starting pitcher or bullpen arm before the Aug. 3 MLB Trade Deadline could significantly improve their chances. It will definitely help them match up with elite teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers in October.

Strengthening both the rotation and bullpen should remain among the organization’s highest priorities.

Adding an experienced starter alongside Jacob Misiorowski and Kyle Harrison would provide valuable stability for a pitching staff that has recently lost several important contributors.

Milwaukee’s need has grown even greater after Brandon Woodruff was officially ruled out for the remainder of the season. Harrison also remains on the Injured List, leaving the Brewers with considerably less starting pitching depth than they anticipated for the second half of the season.

One pitcher who could help address that need is Cincinnati Reds right-hander Brady Singer.

According to C. Trent Rosecrans from The Athletic, the Reds acquired Singer following the 2024 season to strengthen the back end of their rotation, and he has fulfilled that role.

Rosecrans noted that the impending free agent led Cincinnati with 169.2 innings during the 2025 season and has already surpassed the 100-inning mark again this year.

“The Reds acquired Singer after the 2024 season to fortify the back of their rotation — and he’s done just that. The impending free agent led the team in innings (169 2/3) in 2025 and has already cleared the 100-inning mark this season,” Rosecrans wrote.

Singer has posted a 4.35 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 107.2 innings across 21 starts this season.

Those numbers may not immediately place him among MLB’s elite starters, but his value extends well beyond traditional statistics.

Reliable innings become increasingly valuable as the postseason approaches, particularly for teams attempting to protect younger starters and reduce pressure on their bullpen.

Singer has consistently demonstrated the ability to remain in a rotation and handle a regular workload throughout the season.

That dependability could make him an attractive option for Milwaukee.

The Brewers do not necessarily need another ace. They need another experienced starter capable of taking the ball every fifth day while allowing the rest of the pitching staff to settle into clearly defined roles entering October.

Singer has built a reputation throughout his career as a durable competitor who embraces the responsibility of starting games. His willingness to attack hitters and continue working through difficult innings reflects the type of mentality contenders value during the stretch run.

He also brings valuable experience pitching in meaningful games while handling the routine that comes with being an everyday member of an MLB rotation. Those qualities become especially important for teams balancing veteran leadership with emerging young talent.

Another strength Singer offers is consistency in preparation. Successful starting pitchers often distinguish themselves through their work between outings. And Singer has earned praise for maintaining routines that allow him to remain available throughout a long season.

For a Brewers team seeking greater stability after multiple injuries, that combination of experience, reliability, and durability could make Singer an appealing deadline target.

Rather than dramatically reshaping the rotation, he would strengthen it by providing another dependable option capable of helping Milwaukee navigate a potential postseason run.