Brewers Lose Hoskins to Thumb Injury Until August

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 2 sprain in his left thumb, suffered while tagging a runner during a game against the Miami Marlins. Further evaluation revealed Hoskins is expected to be sidelined until at least mid-August, impacting the Brewers' pursuit of the NL Central lead. Hoskins, who has hit 12 home runs and driven in 42 runs this season, was replaced in the game by Jake Bauers. To fill the roster spot, Milwaukee has added Andrew Vaughn, recently acquired from the White Sox, who will share first base duties with Bauers. Vaughn has shown improved performance in Triple-A Nashville since the trade. Hoskins' absence is a significant setback for the Brewers as they aim to remain competitive in the division.