Ryan Braun is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs.

Braun is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs.

Analysis:

It's a bit concerning that Braun is not in the lineup following a team off day, but at the same time he has done a good job staying healthy this year, and it seems more likely that manager Craig Counsell is simply giving him an extended rest with the Brewers starting a stretch of 20 games in 20 days. Ramon Flores started in left field for the Brewers on Tuesday night.