D.J. LeMahieu (thumb) placed on Rockies' 10-day DL

Colorado Rockies second baseman D.J. LeMahieu (thumb) was placed on the team's 10-day DL on Monday.

What It Means:

LeMahieu sprained his left thumb in Sunday's game, but the extent of the injury is not yet known. If he needs surgery, he could be out six-to-eight weeks. If it is just a sprain, LeMahieu could be back after a minimum stay on the DL. Expect more details in the coming days. Daniel Castro started at second on Monday and will likely see extra at-bats with Lemahieu out of action.

LeMahieu has batted .279 with 5 homers and 20 runs scored in 143 plate appearances so far this season.