Bregman Foul Ball Injury

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1. 20 Sep

   CINCINNATI (AP) — Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman was taken to the hospital for tests after being struck in the face by a foul ball while standing in the grass several feet in front of the on-deck circle during Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.

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Coverage 9 articles

• 25 Sep Alex Bregman back in action for the Cubs after multiple facial fractures from a foul ballAlex Bregman returned to the Chicago Cubs’ lineup on Friday, just five days after sustaining multiple facial fractures from a foul ball at Cincinnati. He went 0 for 4 with a strikeout in a doubleheader against Boston. Despite the injury, Bregman expressed excitement for the upcoming postseason and his ability to focus solely on baseball without thinking about his face. Cubs manager Craig Counsell praised Bregman’s…Toronto Star
• 23 Sep Alex Bregman could return quickly after getting face smashed by ballChicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman suffered multiple facial fractures from a foul tip during Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds but won’t go on the injured list, according to manager Craig Counsell. Despite significant swelling around his left eye and face, Bregman reports feeling good with no increase in pain as he increases activity, showing positive signs for potential return by this weekend when the…New York Post
• 23 Sep Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman pushing for regular-season return after foul ball injuryChicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman may return for the remainder of the regular season after sustaining multiple facial fractures when hit by a foul ball on Sunday. Manager Craig Counsell reported that Bregman completed light exercises on Tuesday but noted significant swelling in his face and eye. The team is optimistic about his recovery, with president Jed Hoyer stating they are taking it one step at a time…Toronto Star
• 22 Sep Gruesome Alex Bregman injury revealed — with playoff return stunningly in playAlex Bregman, the Cubs’ third baseman, suffered multiple facial fractures when hit by a foul ball during a game against the Reds on Sunday. Despite the serious injury, Bregman is considering skipping surgery and aims to return for potential playoff games as the Cubs are currently tied with the Padres for the top wild-card spot in the NL playoffs race. Manager Craig Counsell initially feared Bregman had a broken nose…New York Post
• 22 Sep Cubs’ Bregman suffers reported facial fractures after being hit by foul ball in ‘terrible accident’Alex Bregman of the Chicago Cubs sustained facial fractures when hit by a foul ball in the face during a game against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. Standing in the on-deck circle, Bregman was struck near his left eye as teammate Michael Busch fouled off a pitch. The incident led to immediate medical attention and hospital scans; however, surgery is not needed, and Bregman aims to return for the postseason. Cubs…The Guardian
• 21 Sep Cubs’ Alex Bregman left bloodied with eye swollen shut after being struck by foul ball in scary sceneIn a game between the Cubs and the Reds on Sunday, Houston Astros player Alex Bregman was struck by a foul ball in the face during his time as a visiting player with the Cubs, leading him to leave the game early. The impact caused bleeding and swelling around his eye; he was taken to the hospital for X-rays and CT scans while awaiting further medical evaluation. Cubs manager Craig Counsell expressed concern for…New York Post
• 21 Sep Cubs star Alex Bregman hospitalized after taking brutal foul ball to the faceAlex Bregman of the Chicago Cubs was hospitalized after being hit by a foul ball in the face during a game against the Cincinnati Reds. The incident occurred when a teammate's foul ball bounced off the dirt and struck Bregman near his left cheekbone, causing injuries including lacerations, swelling, and a nosebleed. He underwent medical tests for potential fractures but was cleared to travel back to Chicago with the…Fox News
• 20 Sep ‘A terrible, terrible accident’: Cubs’ Bregman undergoing CT scans after taking foul ball to faceAlex Bregman of the Chicago Cubs was hospitalized Sunday after being struck by a foul ball in the face during a game against the Cincinnati Reds. The incident occurred when Michael Busch fouled a pitch off, hitting Bregman near his left cheekbone and under the eye while he stood in front of the on-deck circle. Bregman underwent X-rays and CT scans at the hospital as part of precautionary measures; there was no…The Guardian
• 20 Sep Cubs 3B Alex Bregman sent to hospital for tests after being hit in face by foul ball while on deckAlex Bregman of the Chicago Cubs was struck in the face by a foul ball while waiting on deck during Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds and was taken to the hospital for X-rays and CT scans. Bregman had been hit under his left eye, causing bleeding from his nose and swelling; he left the game after going 1 for 1 with an RBI and a run scored before getting injured. The Cubs won the game 9-1, but manager Craig…Toronto Star

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