CHICAGO -- It was no fault of Jimmy Nelson, who attacked rehabilitation with the same intensity he took the mound before shoulder surgery cut short his breakthrough 2017 season.
But on Wednesday, Brewers officials cast significant doubt on Nelson's chances of pitching for the team before the 2018 season is out.
"Jimmy pitching for us this year is unlikely," manager Craig Counsell said, echoing a sentiment also expressed by general manager David Stearns. "That's not due to a setback of any nature. It's just due to the pace of his rehab right now.