Narveson lands on DL after thumb accident

MILWAUKEE, Aug. 10 (UPI) -- The Milwaukee Brewers said Wednesday they have placed pitcher Chris Narveson on the disabled list after he sliced his thumb in a trainer's room accident.

The team said the left-hander was working on his glove when he cut the thumb on his pitching hand. The wound required eight stitches to close.

Narveson has compiled an 8-6 record in 23 starts for the National League Central-leading Brewers this season, going 2-0 over his last four starts.

Milwaukee called up pitcher Frankie De La Cruz from Class AAA Nashville to take Narveson's spot on the roster. The right-hander is 7-6 with a 3.88 ERA in 25 games (23 starts) for the Sounds this season.