Tampa Bay Rays Pitcher Hospitalized After Being Struck by Foul Ball
In a terrifying incident during a game, Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Hunter Bigge was hospitalized after being hit in the face by a 105-mph line drive foul ball while standing in the dugout. The incident occurred on Thursday night during the team’s game against the Baltimore Orioles at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida.
Bigge, who was conscious and talking after the incident, was quickly attended to by medical staff and then carted off the field. Despite the frightening scene, he managed to give a thumbs up to the crowd before being taken to the hospital for evaluation.
The Tampa Bay Rays are expected to provide an update on Bigge’s condition on Friday as teammates and fans alike remain hopeful for his recovery.
As a reminder, safety remains a top priority in baseball, and incidents like these serve as important reminders of the risks that players face on the field. Our thoughts are with Hunter Bigge and the Tampa Bay Rays as they navigate this challenging time.
