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, formerly the New York Mets' General Manager, has joined the Milwaukee Brewers as a special advisor following his suspension with the Met

The Brewers are hiring former Mets and Angels GM Billy Eppler as a special advisor to the front office. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

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The Brewers have hired Billy Eppler as a special advisor, according to a report from Andy Martino of SNY. Eppler’s full title is Special Advisor, Scouting and Baseball Operations. The role marks Eppler’s return to baseball after being placed on the ineligible list just over a year ago.