Brewers OF Christian Yelich to have season-ending back surgery
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Christian Yelich smiles during player introductions before the MLB All-Star game July 16.
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MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich will have season-ending back surgery.
The Brewers released a statement Thursday with Yelich saying he had made the decision “after careful consideration and consultation with medical personnel.” Dr. Brandon Rebholz will perform the surgery Friday in Milwaukee.
The 32-year-old Yelich hasn’t played since being removed from a game July 23.
The 2018 NL MVP earned his third All-Star Game selection this year. He was batting .315 with a .406 on-base percentage, 11 homers, 42 RBIs and 21 steals in 73 games despite dealing with the back issue that had landed him on the injured list twice.