Dustin May won the World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2020 before capturing another title with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2026.

May entered free agency after declining his $20 million mutual option with Milwaukee.

The right-hander went 7-9 with a 4.70 ERA and 1.32 WHIP in 145.2 innings over 31 starts for the St. Louis Cardinals and Brewers during the 2026 season.

After acquiring May, Milwaukee gave him 10 starts. However, he failed to complete four innings in six of those outings. His Brewers tenure began encouragingly before his performance steadily declined.

May finished 2-2 with a 5.65 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 36.2 innings over those 10 starts.

His difficulties continued during the postseason. May recorded a 5.73 ERA and 1.18 WHIP in 11 innings over five appearances (two starts).

May will not return to Milwaukee, creating another opening in the rotation. Cal Quantrill could replace him and provide the Brewers with a solid option who still possesses considerable upside.

Quantrill offers value as both a starter and reliever. He recorded a 2.86 ERA and 1.04 WHIP in 110 innings over 32 appearances (15 starts) for the Texas Rangers in 2026.

His experience in both assignments would give Milwaukee flexibility whenever injuries, workload restrictions or ineffective performances require changes to the rotation.

However, Quantrill posted a 3.85 xERA and 4.01 FIP, suggesting that some regression remains possible.

His difficult 2025 season also supports offering only a short-term commitment. Quantrill finished with a 6.04 ERA and 1.45 WHIP in 117.2 innings over 26 starts with the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves.

Quantrill’s versatility would be particularly valuable for a Brewers team that routinely adjusts pitching responsibilities throughout a long season.

He could begin the year competing for a rotation position, move into the bullpen when necessary and return to starting without requiring the organization to find an outside replacement.

He also provides a different style from pitchers who depend primarily on overpowering velocity.

Quantrill must locate effectively, change speeds and prevent hitters from becoming comfortable. That approach demands preparation and an understanding of how to navigate a lineup multiple times.

Milwaukee has repeatedly helped pitchers establish clearly defined roles and maximize their repertoires. Quantrill would enter an environment capable of identifying which pitches and assignments give him the best opportunity to succeed.

A short-term agreement would protect the Brewers from making a significant commitment based on one rebound season. It would also give Quantrill an opportunity to demonstrate that his improvement was sustainable.

He would not need to become Milwaukee’s ace. Providing reliable innings, adapting between assignments and keeping the team competitive would make him a useful addition to the 2027 pitching staff.