How did the Brewers get William Contreras?

"The Braves acquired Sean Murphy from the Athletics in a three-team deal. The Braves sent three somewhat decent minor leaguers and William Contreras to get him. I won't rehash it, but it seemed like good value each way at the time. Though, you can argue if it was worth it. I won't stop you. But how did the Brewers get William Contreras? I mean, I clearly understand how it happened, but I don't understand how they were able to muscle their way into this trade."

"I mean, I clearly understand how it happened, but I don't understand how they were able to muscle their way into this trade. They basically got William Contreras for Esteury Ruiz, who didn't last a full season in Oakland. Hey Brewers, what would you say you did here? I wouldn't wish Oakland slash Sacramento slash Las Vegas on anybody, but Milwaukee didn't contribute anything here."

The Braves acquired Sean Murphy from the Athletics in a three-team trade, sending three moderately promising minor leaguers plus William Contreras. The Braves and the Athletics exchanged players perceived as reasonable value at the time, though assessments of the trade's ultimate worth vary. The Brewers ended up with William Contreras after giving up Esteury Ruiz, who did not remain a full season in Oakland. The Brewers' role in the transaction appears minimal, with criticism that Milwaukee contributed little to the deal. There is skepticism about whether the Brewers effectively improved their position through this maneuver.

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