Milwaukee Brewers' Christian Yelich to See Specialist for Back Injury

Milwaukee Brewers All-Star outfielder Christian Yelich has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation, prompting him to consult a specialist. Yelich, who currently leads the National League with a .315 batting average and a .406 on-base percentage, was removed from the game against the Chicago Cubs after a lackluster performance, going 0-for-1 with two walks. Expressing concern about his condition, Yelich stated, "I don't really want to get into the specifics of it, but yeah, not great." Brewers manager Pat Murphy echoed Yelich's sentiments, describing the injury as "concerning." The 2018 National League MVP has had a strong season, contributing significantly to the Brewers' success as they lead the NL Central. With 11 home runs, 44 RBIs, and 21 stolen bases in 73 games, Yelich's performance has been pivotal, although he has struggled recently, going 0-for-9 since the All-Star break. In light of Yelich's injury, the Brewers have made a roster adjustment by reinstating veteran catcher Gary Sanchez, who has been sidelined since June 26 due to a calf strain. Sanchez has had a challenging season, hitting .218 with seven home runs and 21 RBIs. The Brewers will be closely monitoring Yelich's recovery as they aim to maintain their position in the playoff race. The Associated Press contributed to this report.