When the Braves signed Brian McCann to a team friendly, $2 million contract, they were hoping he could stay healthy after an injury marred 2018 in Houston. Unfortunately, it appears he had the injury bug once again.
McCann headed the the clubhouse after sliding into third base, appearing to be holding his upper leg area and in serious pain
We hope the issue is not serious, but the basic eye test makes it seem like a trip to the IL could be in the works. This could mean Alex Jackson could get his first crack at the big leagues after a nice Spring Training.
McCann had been off to a decent start in his homecoming for the Braves, splitting time with Tyler Flowers, who is off to a hot start.
Check back for updates as they become available.