A person familiar with the situation says former New York Mets general manager Billy Eppler has joined the Milwaukee Brewers as a special adviser for scouting and baseball operations

Former Mets GM Billy Eppler has joined the Brewers as a special adviser for scouting and baseball operations, according to multiple reports.

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.