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Alex Bregman Hospitalized After Foul Ball to Face

By Drooid · Sep 21, 2026, 2:09 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Alex Bregman was taken to the hospital after a foul ball struck his cheekbone.
The ball came off Reds pitcher Luis Mey's pitch in the fourth inning.
Bregman suffered bruising, nose bleeding and swelling and underwent X-rays and CT scans.
Matt Shaw took over at second base while Pedro Ramirez moved to third.
The Cubs could clinch a postseason spot if the Diamondbacks lose later Sunday.

History

Historical Context

MLB’s habit of safety-driven rule changes began in 1975, when the league altered ball composition, bat specifications and penalties for illegal equipment, and later that year appointed Frank Robinson as the first Black manager. The season ran April 7–September 28, the Cincinnati Reds captured the World Series, and the 46th All-Star Game took place July 15 at Milwaukee County Stadium.

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Story summary

Alex Bregman was taken to the hospital after a foul ball struck his cheekbone.
The ball came off Reds pitcher Luis Mey's pitch in the fourth inning.
Bregman suffered bruising, nose bleeding and swelling and underwent X-rays and CT scans.
Matt Shaw took over at second base while Pedro Ramirez moved to third.
The Cubs could clinch a postseason spot if the Diamondbacks lose later Sunday.

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