Brewers send Weeks to minors; Linebrink on leave

[BronxBomberz]

The Milwaukee Brewers sent slumping second baseman Rickie Weeks to the team's Triple-A farm club in Nashville.
Rickie Weeks

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2007 Season Stats GM HR RBI R OBP AVG 75 5 19 43 .330 .212
Right-handed pitcher Scott Linebrink was placed on leave after the birth of his first child, the team said Wednesday.
Pitcher Elmer Dessens was recalled from his rehabilitation assignment at Nashville and infielder/outfielder Joe Dillon was brought up from Nashville after Tuesday night's game with the New York Mets.
Weeks was hitting .212 with five homers and 19 runs batted in 75 games. Dillon was batting .317 at Nashville with team highs of 20 home runs and 73 RBI.
Linebrink was acquired from San Diego in a trade last week. Dessens, who spent much of the season on the Brewers' disabled list with a shoulder strain, made three appearances for Nashville, going 1-0 with a 1.54 ERA.

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[brewersfan19]

I saw that. He needed to be sent down and get things straightened out. I post this informtation in the Brewers Roster Moves thread Earlier. Not that I care, I reaaly appreciate members helping me out getting info. and keeeping this forum updated!!

[Hardy Blonde]

We need his bat so good luck Rickie!

[missionhockey21]

So what do you guys think the problem with Weeks is? Is it mechanical or something more mental or is he simply not yet ready?

[brewersfan19]

I think it is mechanical. His wrist is still bothering him quite a bit I guess. So, he is probably compensating for the pain. I hope he gets better soon. I am a Rickie Weeks fan!

[Hardy Blonde]

Could be both too. The mind is a powerful thing that likes to block out pain.

[brewersfan19]

Yes it is. just needs to get some confidence back.

[Hardy Blonde]

I say Mid August he'll be around again.

[brewersfan19]

maybe. we will see. you are probably right though,.

[Hardy Blonde]

Haha go me

[brewersfan19]

you go blondie.

[Hardy Blonde]

Would be nice.

[brewersfan19]

Your Guess Will Probably Come True Soon. Especially With Graffanino Getting Hurt Today And The Way The Entire Team Is Playing, weeks might As Well Come Up And Play.

[Hardy Blonde]

Yeah they are already too "weak" for anything else.

[brewersfan19]

We just have a tired bullpen. Having a day off today, hopefully, will help the Brewers rebound and get their act back together.