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Bregman ramps up activity after facial injury
Alex Bregman aims to return soon after facial fractures from foul ball
In brief
Alex Bregman aims to return soon after facial fractures from foul ball Bregman is working toward returning to play despite facial injuries Originally reported by Mlb.
Bregman's injury update
Bregman was struck by a foul ball off Michael Busch's bat in Cincinnati, causing multiple cheek fractures.
“It felt like I got hit by a baseball bat to the face, pretty much.”
Ramping up activity
Bregman completed a workout Tuesday and plans to resume fielding ground balls soon.
“I'm going to try to get in there tonight.”
Manager's perspective
Counsell says Bregman doesn't need injured list time and wants him back for Wild Card Series.
“He's doing well. But we've got to take some steps here.”
Injury details
Bregman has numbness on the left side of his face but no vision or concussion issues.
“The pain's been fine, though. I guess I fractured something right by the nerve in my face.”
Season impact
Bregman has been a top hitter since All-Star break with .978 OPS in 59 games.
“He's got to know what it feels like.”
At a glance
Bregman is working toward returning to play despite facial injuries
