Brennen Davis: Placed on MLB 60-Day IL

Chicago Cubs – Outfield Prospect Brennen Davis

Cubs’ Outfield Prospect Placed on 60-Day Injured List

The Chicago Cubs have placed their top outfield prospect, Brennen Davis, on the 60-day injured list with a lower back strain.

The move is a significant blow to the Cubs’ hopes of contending in 2023. Davis was expected to be a key part of the team’s offense this season after hitting .304 with 22 home runs and 77 RBIs in 127 games at Triple-A Iowa last year.

Davis was injured while playing in a spring training game against the Milwaukee Brewers on March 11. He left the game in the first inning after feeling pain in his lower back.

The Cubs initially hoped that Davis would be able to return to action within a few weeks. However, an MRI revealed a more serious injury that will require him to miss at least the first two months of the season.

The Cubs have not yet announced who will take Davis’ place in the outfield. However, they do have several other talented outfielders on their roster, including Seiya Suzuki, Ian Happ, and Patrick Wisdom.

Davis’ injury is a reminder of the fragility of baseball players. Even the most talented players can be sidelined by injuries at any time.

The Cubs will hope that Davis can make a full recovery and return to the lineup later this season. However, his absence will be a major challenge for the team, particularly for the team's playoff chances.