Cubs’ Alex Bregman suffers facial fractures after foul-ball strike
Sources say the Chicago infielder was hit while in the on-deck circle and hopes to return for the postseason.
Chicago Cubs star Alex Bregman suffered multiple facial fractures after being struck by a foul ball while standing in the on-deck circle, according to sources cited by ESPN.
The incident occurred Sunday. The supplied report says Bregman is hopeful of returning for the postseason, but it does not provide a medical timetable, details of treatment or a firm date for his return.
The injury creates uncertainty over Bregman’s availability as Chicago approaches the postseason, with further updates likely to depend on his recovery.
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