Eric Thames has been the Milwaukee Brewers’ starting first baseman the past year and a half. However, he’s been out for over a month with a torn UCL in his left thumb. Never fear, Brewers fans. Per Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the slugger is expected to return to the active roster during the team’s upcoming home stand. Though this is exciting news, his return potentially creates more questions than answers.
Who Loses their Roster Spot for Eric Thames?
The Milwaukee Brewers have been firing on all cylinders lately. Much of the production has come from the two positions Thames plays: first base and left field.