# Bregman ramps up activity after facial injury

> Alex Bregman aims to return soon after facial fractures from foul ball
- Title: Bregman ramps up activity after facial injury · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Alex Bregman aims to return soon after facial fractures from foul ball Bregman is working toward returning to play despite facial injuries
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## 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.
## Key takeaway

Bregman is working toward returning to play despite facial injuries