On July 1, the Milwaukee Brewers officially selected the contract of Anthony Seigler (Diné) from Triple-A Nashville, marking his long-awaited ascent to the Major Leagues.
A 2018 first-round pick by the Yankees, Seigler has been celebrated as “Totally Navajo” since winning gold at the U‑18 Baseball World Cup, where he proudly waved the Navajo Nation flag alongside his mother, Alysia.
Draft analysts noted that he is set to become only the second major leaguer of Navajo descent, following Jacoby Ellsbury.
A switch-hitter and switch-thrower, Seigler has reinvented himself this season. In Nashville, he posted a strong .277/.416/.465 slash line over 63 games, with 7 home runs and 20 stolen bases. His impressive plate discipline (18.4% walk rate) and athleticism caught the Brewers’ attention.
Scouts have praised his rare combination of catching ability, infield versatility, and speed—drawing comparisons to a modern-day Craig Biggio.
Milwaukee’s bench struggled with consistency in June, with utility players failing to provide reliable depth. Seigler brings value across multiple roles, capable of playing catcher, second base, third base, and even emergency outfield. His .400+ OBP and sharp baserunning make him a tactical asset for manager Craig Counsell.
According to Francys Romero, Seigler’s Major League debut will likely be tied to a corresponding roster move—possibly providing rest for William Contreras or resulting in a DFA for Daz Cameron.
Seigler debuted in the opener of the July 1 doubleheader in New York. Since then, he has had six at-bats with one hit.
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