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MLB Fans Demand Mandatory Headgear After Paplham's Injury

2/25/2025

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San Diego Padres pitcher Cole Paplham faced a terrifying moment during spring training when a blistering 102.4 MPH line drive from the Dodgers' Aaron Bracho struck him in the face. Despite the pain, Paplham stayed conscious and alert as he made his way to the medical cart, which unfortunately encountered technical difficulties. This incident has sparked a passionate call among MLB fans for mandatory headgear to protect pitchers.

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San Diego Padres pitcher Cole Paplham faced a terrifying moment during spring training when a blistering 102.4 MPH line drive from the Dodgers' Aaron Bracho struck him in the face. Despite the pain, Paplham stayed conscious and alert as he made his way to the medical cart, which unfortunately encountered technical difficulties. This incident has sparked a passionate call among MLB fans for mandatory headgear to protect pitchers.