Kris Bryant Hits IL Amid Rockies' Struggles

Kris Bryant of the Colorado Rockies has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to lumbar degenerative disc disease, a recurring issue since signing a seven-year, $182 million contract in 2022. This marks the latest setback in a series of injuries that have plagued Bryant, who has played only 170 games over four seasons with the Rockies, hitting .244/.324/.370 overall. This season, in 11 games, he has a .154 average with no home runs, and his performance has been limited to the designated hitter role. The Rockies have called up catcher Braxton Fulford from Triple-A as a roster replacement. Bryant's ongoing back issues and underwhelming performance highlight the struggles of the Rockies, who currently hold the worst record in Major League Baseball. There is no specified timetable for Bryant's return, and it remains unclear if his contract includes insurance coverage for his salary during injury stints.