star any games during the team’s recent series against the Chicago Cubs due to shin splints. The Brewers displayed how deep they are by still sweeping a talented Cubs ball club despite Bauers’ injury absence. While it was an impressive series, Milwaukee is obviously still hopeful that Bauers can return sooner rather than later. The good news is that it seems as if he will avoid an injured list stint.
According to MLB.com, manager Pat Murphy said Bauers . The slugger is listed as day-to-day.
Could the Brewers still end up placing Bauers on the IL? It is possible, but it seems like Milwaukee simply wanted to give him a few days off. It is a long season and not playing for one series provided Bauers with crucial rest.
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The 30-year-old is hitting .268/.395/.490 across 131 games played this season. He also has 24 home runs, 19 doubles and 10 stolen bases. Bauers had displayed potential in the past, but the 2026 campaign has been his true breakout season. He’s quietly become one of the better left-handed hitters in the sport.
The . Milwaukee is 91-56 overall at the moment. The Los Angeles Dodgers are not far behind at 89-57. Milwaukee has work to do to clinch the best record in the sport.
The Brewers are not playing on Thursday, as they will begin a series with the Cincinnati Reds on Friday. Updates on Jake Bauers’ injury status will continue to be monitored and provided as they are made available.
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