Cubs Say Alex Bregman Progressing Well After Facial Injury, Could Play This Weekend
Chicago says third baseman Alex Bregman is recovering well after being hit in the face by a foul ball and remains a possibility for this weekend's series in Boston.
The Chicago Cubs say third baseman Alex Bregman is recovering well after he was struck in the face by a foul ball on Sunday, and the team is not ruling him out for this weekend's series against the Boston Red Sox.
Bregman has been considered a key contributor for Chicago heading into the postseason, and the team expressed confidence that he will be ready to play once the playoffs begin, regardless of his availability this weekend.
Details of the incident, including the exact game situation in which Bregman was hit, were not specified. Teams typically evaluate players struck in the face for potential fractures, concussion symptoms and vision issues before clearing them to return.
The Cubs' medical and coaching staff will continue to monitor Bregman's recovery in the coming days as the team finalizes its roster plans for the stretch run and the postseason.
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