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Brewers Outfielder Christian Yelich Out For Year With Back Surgery

The Milwaukee Brewers’ All-Star outfielder Christian Yelich underwent season-ending back surgery, which could put a damper on the team’s playoff hopes.
Brewers Outfielder Christian Yelich Out For Year With Back Surgery
Christian Yelich of the Brewers rounds the bases after hitting his 200th career home run against the Angels in Anaheim, Calif., on June 18, 2024. Ryan Sun/AP Photo
Todd Karpovich
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The Milwaukee Brewers’ postseason aspirations took a hit after All-Star outfielder Christian Yelich underwent season-ending back surgery on Aug. 16.

Yelich, the 2018 National League MVP, reclaimed his top form this season and led the NL with a .315 batting average and .406 on-base percentage before he was shut down with the injury on July 24. The back issues have hampered Yelich for much of the season, and he is hopeful the latest surgery will provide some relief.
Todd Karpovich
Todd Karpovich
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In addition to the Epoch Times, Todd Karpovich is a freelance contributor to the Associated Press, The Sporting News, Baltimore Sun, and PressBox, among other media outlets nationwide, including the Boston Globe, Dallas Morning News, and Chicago Tribune. He is the author or co-author of six non-fiction books.