Christian Yelich is making strides in his comeback from back surgery, participating in his first game since July. The Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder served as the designated hitter in a Cactus League matchup against the Texas Rangers, where he went 0-for-3 but hit an RBI and struck out twice. Despite the lack of hits, Yelich expressed satisfaction just to be back on the field, highlighting the long road he has traveled since his surgery.

The 33-year-old had a stellar 2024 season before his injury, boasting a .315 batting average with an impressive .406 on-base percentage. Yelich’s continued presence is crucial for the Brewers as they face the loss of shortstop Willy Adames, who signed a lucrative deal with the San Francisco Giants. Yelich aims to be fully ready for the upcoming season, reflecting on his performance and physical condition optimistically.