On Tuesday, MLB.com writer Adam McCalvy checked in with Ryan Braun. That was a good idea by the rested journalist. We’re a week away from pitchers and catchers reporting. Sadly, Braun said he isn’t interested in playing at the moment. The Brewers’ legend says that he still working out, but no indication that he will play this season. But then as the Brewers were packing up their gear for Arizona, one of their videos showed Ryan Braun’s bat coming with them. I’m not saying it is a sign, but it might be a sign that Braunie is joining the squad at some point.

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There is a very good chance that Braun is pulling a Brett Favre or a Michael Strahan. Waiting until the very last minute to get warmed up for the season and avoid having to do most of the Spring Training stuff. Braun never seemed to be too much of a fan of Spring Training, so, this isn’t a surprise. Also, he was a major worrier about COVID-19 and the spread among the team. He nearly opted out on the season in early September when Lorenzo Cain did.

We’ll see Braun decides he wants to play after all.

Charlie.