Brewers lose Jake Bauers, gain 2027 Draft pick

MILWAUKEE — Jake Bauers’ breakout season has netted him a major payday with the Red Sox — and puts the Brewers in position to reap a premium pick in next year’s Draft. 

Because the Brewers extended Bauers a qualifying offer once he hit free agency, and because Bauers is moving to another club for more than $50 million, the Brewers stand to receive a compensation pick between the end of…