Brewers' Ryan Braun: Clarifies injury

Braun, who is not in the lineup for Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Dodgers on Thursday, said the injury he is dealing with is actually a strained left oblique, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.Braun was reported to be dealing with mid-back discomfort, but it's actually the veteran outfielder's oblique that is keeping him out of the lineup Thursday. This is significant news, as oblique injuries often linger for multiple weeks. All that being said, manager Craig Counsell did not rule out the possibility of using the 36-year-old as a pinch hitter during the tilt.

Brewers' Ryan Braun: Not starting Game 2

Braun (back) isn't in the lineup for Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Dodgers on Thursday.Braun was removed from Wednesday's contest with mid-back discomfort, and he'll remain out of the lineup as the Brewers fight to stay alive in the playoffs Thursday. It's unclear whether the 36-year-old could be available off the bench for Milwaukee. Tyrone Taylor will start in right field.

Brewers' Ryan Braun: Out with back discomfort

Braun was removed from Wednesday's Game 1 against the Dodgers with mid-back discomfort, per the ESPN telecast.The 36-year-old dealt with back problems throughout the year and appeared to aggravated those issues when he collided with the outfield wall after securing an out Wednesday. Braun struck out in both plate appearances before exiting and should be considered day-to-day.