# Cubs Player Hit by Foul Ball

> Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball strike.
- Title: Cubs Player Hit by Foul Ball · Chicago Sun-Times | Shortify
- Summary: Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball strike. Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman was hit in the face by a foul ball and hospitalized for…
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- Source: Chicago Sun-Times — https://chicago.suntimes.com/cubs/2026/09/20/cubs-third-baseman-alex-bregman-leaves-game-after-being-hit-in-face-by-foul-ball
- Published: 2026-09-20T19:20:22.74+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: alex bregman, cubs, foul ball, hitting, hospitalized, cubs third baseman, cubs game, cubs injury, cubs manager, news, local
## Cubs Third Baseman
Alex Bregman left game after being hit by foul ball.
## Hit Location
Bregman hit on left cheekbone below eye.
## Blood Flow
Blood dripped from Bregman's face.
## Manager Statement
Counsell said Bregman is swollen but no concussion.
## Player Reaction
Busch felt awful about hitting Bregman.
## Injury Concerns
Bregman's availability in question after tests.
## Hospitalization
Bregman sent to hospital for tests.
## Flight Details
Bregman flying back to Chicago Sunday night.
## Next Steps
Counsell will monitor symptoms before next steps.
## Key takeaway

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman was hit in the face by a foul ball and hospitalized for tests.