Brewers Get X-Ray Results After Catcher Exits Game with Hand Injury

Brewers Get X-Ray Results After Catcher Exits Game with Hand Injury

Milwaukee’s catcher, William Contreras, exited the game in the eighth inning after taking a swing to his left hand during the previous at-bat. The incident occurred in the seventh inning when a batter’s swing, while trying to avoid contact, struck Contreras’ hand/wrist.  He initially stayed in the game, catching two pitches in the eighth from reliever Abner Uribe, but discomfort apparently forced him out shortly after.After being removed, Contre…

Contreras' hand injury a concern as Brewers inch closer to NL Central title

ST. LOUIS -- Put the champagne on ice. But be sure to save some for Brewers catcher William Contreras’ ailing glove hand. Milwaukee’s magic number to clinch the National League Central fell all the way to one when the Cubs lost in Cincinnati on Saturday evening and the Brewers beat