Former New York Mets general manager Billy Eppler has joined the Milwaukee Brewers as a special adviser for scouting and baseball operations, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the Brewers hadn’t announced the hire.

Billy Eppler, who was suspended and placed on Major League Baseball's ineligible list for the 2024 season, has accepted a new position with the Milwaukee Brewers, according to SNY. He's expected to serve with Milwaukee as a special advisor for scouting and baseball operations.