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Guardians' Fry Hospitalized After 99 MPH Fastball Hit

9/24/2025

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Summary

Fry Injured by Fastball

David Fry of the Cleveland Guardians was hospitalized after a 99 mph fastball struck him from Detroit's Tarik Skubal.
Fry attempted a bunt when hit, drawing immediate concern from teammates.
Tarik Skubal, visibly shaken, said health matters more than baseball and reached out to Fry.
Cleveland won 5-2, their 16th win in 18 games overall.

Summary

Fry Hospitalized After Pitch

David Fry was hospitalized after a 99 mph pitch from Tarik Skubal struck him in face on September 23, 2025.
Fry attempted a sacrifice bunt; the pitch hit him.
Skubal expressed concern Fry's health mattered more than the game.
Fry walked to a cart and was later moved to Cleveland Clinic.
Cleveland won 5-2, tying Detroit for the division lead.

History

Historical Context

In 1920, Ray Chapman of the Cleveland Indians died after being struck by a pitch, prompting Major League Baseball to implement mandatory helmet use for batters, significantly enhancing player safety. The recent injury of David Fry, hit by a 99 mph pitch, underscores ongoing safety concerns in baseball, reflecting the lasting impact of Chapman's tragic death on the sport's safety protocols.

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Fry Injured by Fastball

David Fry of the Cleveland Guardians was hospitalized after a 99 mph fastball struck him from Detroit's Tarik Skubal.
Fry attempted a bunt when hit, drawing immediate concern from teammates.
Tarik Skubal, visibly shaken, said health matters more than baseball and reached out to Fry.
Cleveland won 5-2, their 16th win in 18 games overall.

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