4 years agoMilwaukee Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Ryan Braun (back) is being held out of Game 2’s starting lineup Thursday in the wild-card series versus the Dodgers and left-hander Clayton Kershaw. Braun was deemed day-to-day after exiting early Wednesday with back stiffness, with his absence confirmed by the presence of Ryon Healy at the DH slot Thursday with Tyrone Taylor taking over in right field. Braun finished the regular season ice cold, going 2-for-23 over his final seven contests. His next chance to return would be Friday if the Brewers can force Game 3, although the condition does sound promising for his availability.--Jesse Borek
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