Injury: Update
AI Analyzed
Christian Yelich (back) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Padres.
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AI Summary
Christian Yelich is not in the starting lineup due to back tightness after being recently activated from the injured list, with a possible return to the IL.
Yelich was activated off the injured list on Tuesday after missing a month with a groin strain. Unfortunately, his back felt tight after one game, and he has now missed the last two contests. Given his history of back injuries, his absence today is a bit concerning. William Contreras will be the DH with Gary Sanchez catching, but there is a chance that we will see Yelich head back to the injured list.