Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Cleared for rehab assignment
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Hoskins (thumb) will report to Triple-A Nashville on Tuesday to begin a rehab assignment.
Hoskins progressed to on-field hitting and defensive work last week, and after he experienced no setbacks in his recovery from a Grade 2 left thumb sprain while increasing his activity, the Brewers gave him the green light to play minor-league games. Given that he's been on the shelf since July 7, Hoskins will likely stay on assignment with Nashville at least through the weekend to stockpile at-bats and regain his timing at the plate. Prior to getting hurt, Hoskins had been serving as the Brewers' everyday first baseman, but he may have to settle for more of a part-time role upon his return while Andrew Vaughn (.920 OPS since the All-Star break) has thrived as his primary replacement in the Milwaukee lineup.
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Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Resumes on-field work
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The Brewers announced Tuesday that Hoskins (thumb) has progressed to on-field hitting and defensive work, MLB.com reports.
Hoskins remains on track to begin a rehab assignment in late August, just as the Brewers had anticipated when he was initially placed on the injured list July 7 due to a Grade 2 left thumb sprain. Since Hoskins landed on the shelf, Andrew Vaughn has posted a 1.055 OPS through his first 27 games with Milwaukee, and Vaughn's exceptional performance could put Hoskins on the outside looking in for an everyday role at first base when he returns from the 10-day injured list. The right-handed-hitting Hoskins should still have a clear path to playing time at either first base or designated hitter versus left-handed pitching once he's back to full health.
Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Out until at least late August
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The Brewers announced Tuesday that the goal is for Hoskins (thumb) to begin rehab assignment in late August, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.
The veteran first baseman landed on the shelf in early July due to a Grade 2 thumb sprain, and his initial return timeline was about 6-to-8 weeks. Hoskins now appears to be trending toward the back end of that timeline, but he could still be activated before the end of August, depending on how long of a rehab stint he requires.
Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Out until mid-to-late August
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The Brewers announced Tuesday that Hoskins (thumb) is hoping to return from the 10-day injured list by mid-to late-August, Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Hoskins has a Grade 2 UCL sprain in his left thumb, an injury he suffered while applying a tag during Saturday's loss to the Marlins. Andrew Vaughn started at first base for the Brewers in Monday's win over the Dodgers and could be the primary option at the position while Hoskins is on the shelf. Jake Bauers should also be in the mix for playing time at first base.
The Brewers placed Hoskins on the 10-day injured list Monday with a Grade 2 left thumb sprain.
Hoskins was hurt during Saturday's loss to the Marlins, and a subsequent MRI revealed the structural damage to his thumb. He'll be eligible to return at the start of the second half, but there's a good chance Hoskins will need more time than that to recover. Andrew Vaughn has been summoned from Triple-A Nashville to take Hoskins' spot on the roster, and Vaughn will see action at first base along with Jake Bauers while Hoskins is shelved.
Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Ticketed for IL with thumb sprain
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Hoskins is expected to be placed on the 10-day injured list Monday after an MRI on his left thumb revealed a Grade 2 sprain, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Hoskins exited Saturday's 4-2 loss to Miami after sustaining the thumb injury while applying a tag on the Marlins' Eric Wagaman, though he was able to remain in the game after the play. While the Brewers quickly ruled out a thumb fracture, Hoskins still ended up sitting out Sunday's 3-1 win while he awaited the results of his MRI, which brought unfavorable news. The Brewers haven't yet offered up a timeline for Hoskins' return, but he'll be out through at least the All-Star break. Jake Bauers drew the start at first base in Hoskins' stead, but Andrew Vaughn could be called up from Triple-A Nashville to take over as the Brewers' primary option at the position while Hoskins is on the mend.
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Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Out multiple days
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Brewers manager Pat Murphy said after Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Marlins that Hoskins will be out at least a few days with a left thumb injury, though the first baseman didn't suffer a fracture, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Hoskins jammed his thumb while tagging out Eric Wagaman at first base in the fourth inning Saturday and remained in the game for the rest of the frame before being replaced by Jake Bauers. Hoskins admitted that he was in quite a bit of pain after the game and wouldn't have been able to swing a bat again Saturday, so it's not clear if he'll be able to return early next week.
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Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Exits with injury
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Hoskins was removed from Saturday's game against the Marlins due to left thumb discomfort, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.
Hoskins suffered the injury while tagging out Eric Wagaman in the fourth inning. He remained in for the rest of the frame but was replaced by Jake Bauers at first base to start the fifth. The Brewers should provide more details regarding the severity of Hoskins' injury relatively soon, but the slugging first baseman can be considered day-to-day for now.
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Brewers' Rhys Hoskins: Beginning on bench Friday
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Hoskins is out of the starting lineup Friday versus Miami.
Hoskins isn't starting for the second time in the past four games while in the midst of a 3-for-22 stretch at the plate. Jake Bauers is taking Hoskins' spot at first base Friday.
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