Kris Bryant's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (back) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Bryant exited Saturday's game in the fourth inning after experiencing lower back stiffness. The 32-year-old was also not in the lineup in the team's 5-0 loss on Sunday, now marking his second consecutive missed game. This injury is something that fantasy managers should keep an eye on in the coming days. He has dealt with his fair share of injuries over the past few seasons, and the Rockies could decide to take a careful approach with the veteran. If he continues to miss time or winds up landing on the injured list, look for Michael Toglia to get more outfield reps.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant exited today's game early against the Toronto Blue Jays while experiencing back tightness. This is the second time in the past ten days that Bryant has had back tightness affect his ability to stay on the field after being held out of the lineup last Saturday with back issues. Bryant made a running catch in the second inning where he crashed into the wall, potentially causing his back injury to resurface. The recurring injury will be something fantasy managers want to keep an eye on given Bryant's recent history with missing time due to being hurt. If Bryant is to miss any time, expect Michael Toglia to gain extra playing time in the outfield.

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (back) will return to the starting lineup and bat fourth for Sunday's showdown with the Tampa Bay Rays. The veteran missed Saturday's game with a stiff lower back but clearly the ailment wasn't severe. Bryant has scuffled at the plate in the early going, slashing a dismal .120/.267/.240 with one home run and three RBI through seven games. Fantasy managers can hold a little longer in hopes that the former MVP turns things around, but he is approaching droppable territory if the cold streak persists.

Colorado Rockies outfielderKris Bryant(back) is out of the lineup against the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday. Rockies manager Bud Black stated he was keeping Bryant out of the lineup as he's dealing with a stiff lower back. This doesn't currently appear to be a severe injury, and Bryant should be considered day-to-day. The 32-year-old has been notably quiet at the plate to start the season, hitting just .120 (3-for-25) with one HR on the season. With Bryant playing multiple positions for the Rockies this season,Michael Toglia(outfield) andElehuris Montero(first base) are likely beneficiaries of his absence. Toglia and Montero are in the Rockies lineup on Saturday night against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Colorado Rockies first baseman Kris Bryant hit his first home run of the season on Friday in a wild 10-7 win over the Rays. It was Bryant's only hit of the night, going 1-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored. The 32-year-old is off to a slow start, with the home run being just his third hit of the season. He's now 3-for-25 (.120) with three RBI and three runs scored. The alarming part is that he's not making much contact (62.3% Contact%) and chasing pitches (41.1% O-Swing%), resulting in 12 strikeouts so far (40.0%). The former MVP has been unable to stay healthy during his time in Colorado, so hopefully he can turn it around while he's upright. Managers who took him as a late flier though may not have the luxury or patience to squander a roster spot on the veteran.