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Milwaukee Brewers’ Star Outfielder Christian Yelich Placed on Injured List

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers have announced that outfielder Christian Yelich has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a lower back strain. The move, retroactive to Saturday, comes after Yelich left a game against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday due to lower back discomfort.

Brewers manager Pat Murphy expressed concern about Yelich’s injury, stating that his back is not responding well to treatment and is not showing signs of improvement. Yelich has had previous issues with his back in the past few seasons, making it a recurring concern for the star player.

Yelich, the 2018 NL MVP, was off to a strong start this season before his injury, boasting impressive stats with a .333 batting average, .422 on-base percentage, .744 slugging percentage, five home runs, and 11 RBIs in just 11 games. His absence will undoubtedly be felt by the Brewers, who have been performing well offensively this season, ranking second in the majors in various offensive categories.

In Yelich’s absence, utilityman Owen Miller has been called up from Triple-A Nashville to fill his spot on the roster. Miller, known for his versatility in playing multiple positions, including first base, second base, third base, left field, and right field, is expected to provide valuable support to the team during Yelich’s absence.

Despite the setback, the Brewers remain optimistic about Yelich’s recovery and are hopeful that he will return to the lineup soon. In the meantime, the team will rely on the depth of their roster to continue their strong performance in the league.