George Springer out for Astros Monday with back issue
Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (back) is not starting in Monday's series opener versus right-hander Ryan Burr and the Chicago White Sox.
What It Means:
Springer made an early exit from Sunday's game due to lower back stiffness, but an MRI came back clean, so it appears to be a day-to-day issue. Michael Brantley, Jake Marisnick, and Josh Reddick are in the outfield Monday for Houston. Reddick is in the leadoff spot.
Springer is slashing .313/.396/.654 with 17 homers, 9 doubles, 42 RBI, 41 runs scored, and 4 steals through 212 plate appearances.
Source:
Brian McTaggart
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