Free agent right-hander Kyle Lohse is signing with the Milwaukee Brewers, CBS Sports’ Jon Heyman reported Monday.
Lohse, 34, was 16-3 with a 2.86 ERA and 1.09 WHIP in 33 starts last year for the St. Louis Cardinals.
He had a difficult time finding a team because of the league’s new draft pick compensation system. The Brewers have to forfeit the 17th overall pick in the June draft to get Lohse.
It has been reported that he was seeking a multi-year contract.
Fantasy Update: Lohse was a very servicable fantasy performer in wins, ERA and WHIP categories a year ago so don’t sleep on him this year. He’s still a capable pitcher who will be backed by a good offense. Bid accordingly.