Kris Bryant Placed on 60-Day IL with Degenerative Back Disease

Colorado Rockies infielder/outfielder Kris Bryant will begin the MLB season on the 60-day injured list due to a degenerative lumbar disc disease in his lower back. The move means Bryant will be sidelined for at least two months, continuing a career frequently derailed by injuries. Since signing a $182 million, seven-year contract in March 2022, the slugger has appeared in just 170 games for the Rockies, severely limiting his ability to play.