The Milwaukee Brewers are still in a strong position as play opens on September 10, but it’s a familiar spot that comes with cautious optimism. Avoiding another devastating late-season injury will be key for the Milwaukee Brewers to avoid a late-season collapseAs the Brewers eye a deep playoff run, staying healthy down the stretch will be crucial to avoiding another early playoff exit. For instance, in 2019, Milwaukee found themselves without Christian Yelich as he fractured his knee cap in early September. Striking the right balance between staying aggressive and managing workload will be key for Milwaukee over the final month. Earning a first-round bye would provide valuable rest and help the Brewers' efforts to enter the playoffs at full health, and if the Brewers hope to win their first playoff series since 2018, health will be absolutely essential to avoiding a late-season collapse.