US EditionBryce Harper Injury: Phillies Star Exits Game After Getting Hit by Fastball Pitch
- Bryce Harper exited the first inning of Tuesday’s Phillies-Braves game in Philadelphia after being struck on his right elbow by a fastball traveling at 95.3 mph from Braves pitcher Spencer Strider.
- The pitch struck Harper’s right elbow, which had previously been surgically repaired following the 2022 World Series, raising concerns given his recent impressive performance and important contribution to the Phillies.
- Harper dropped to one knee and held his arm in pain before leaving for the clubhouse after being examined by trainers, while over 40,000 fans worried about a possible serious injury.
- The Phillies confirmed the X-ray was negative and Harper sustained only a bruise, while Harper’s agent said he was “in a lot of pain” and would be evaluated again Wednesday morning.
- Harper’s injury did not prevent the Phillies from winning 2-0, and the team remained atop the NL East with a 35-19 record, though Harper’s status for upcoming games remains uncertain.
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