ARLINGTON -- Jonathan Villar is ready for a fresh start in Baltimore.
Villar, who was acquired from the Brewers on Tuesday, is part of the three-player package the Orioles received for Jonathan Schoop. He already recognizes there is an opportunity for him to once again become an everyday player on a rebuilding Orioles team.
Villar played in 156 games for the Brewers in 2016, and 122 last season, but a sprained right thumb has limited him to 87 games this season. Milwaukee also recently traded for Mike Moustakas, which has created a crowded infield for the Brewers and likely would have limited Villar's playing time.