Cubs receive bad news on Javy Baez's injury |
El Mago is going to be sidelined for a while.
Cubs shortstop Javy Baez's MRB revealed a hairline fracture on his left thumb that he suffered last Sunday against the Brewers. Baez will go see a hand specialist on Monday to determine the timeline for his recovery. He is more than likely out at least a few weeks (or the season) because your thumb is so vital for your grip holding a baseball or a bat. For the season, he is batting .281 with 29 homers and 85 RBI. "It’s a tough blow,” Rizzo told the Media Saturday. "He’s a perennial All-Star. It’s not easy. But we can’t hang our heads." Cubs shortstop Addison Russell will start tonight's game against the Brewers and will likely be in a very prominent role with 'El Mago' on the shelf.
