Eric Thames

Eric Thames starting Monday for Milwaukee

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Eric Thames is starting in Monday's series opener versus right-hander Jack Flaherty and the St. Louis Cardinals.

What It Means:

Thames is replacing Jesus Aguilar at first base and batting sixth. He socked a pinch-hit, game-tying 3-run homer in the top of the ninth inning of Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Thames is hitting .270/.300/.595 with 4 homers and 11 RBI in 40 plate appearances this season.