Lockridge initially landed on the injured list May 9 due to a deep laceration in his right knee, and his time on the shelf was extended when he underwent arthroscopic surgery in June to address cartilage damage to the same knee. He'll presumably require an extended stint in the minors before returning to the active roster. It's worth noting that the Brewers have recently promoted top prospect Luis Lara to join Jackson Chourio, Garrett Mitchell and Sal Frelick (shoulder) in Milwaukee's outfield corps since Lockridge went on the IL, so it may be difficult for Lockridge to earn playing time with the big club once he's healthy.

The transaction makes space on the 40-man roster for the addition of Greg Jones. It doesn't alter the timetable for Lockridge, who has been sidelined since early May with a right patella injury. Lockridge isn't expected back until at least late July.