Brewers’ Dustin May headed for free agency after winning World Series

Pitcher Dustin May, acquired by the Milwaukee Brewers from the St. Louis Cardinals in a mid-season trade, has declined his mutual option for 2027 and will enter free agency, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. May's decision comes after the Brewers won the World Series, making him a half-season rental as anticipated at the time of the trade. The news was reported on October 30, 2026.