Cubs keep Bregman active despite facial fractures from foul ball

Cubs keep Bregman active despite facial fractures from foul ball

Cubs manager Craig Counsell confirmed that Alex Bregman will remain on the active roster despite multiple facial fractures sustained from a foul ball and may attempt to play later this weekend. Earlier, MLB Trade Rumors reported that Bregman underwent X-ray and CT scans at a Cincinnati hospital after the ball struck his face during the Cubs' 9-1 win over the Reds, leaving his postseason availability uncertain. Fox News said he was taken to the hospital where scans were performed to rule out fractures.

The Chicago Sun-Times noted that Bregman posted Instagram photos showing multiple facial fractures, confirming the severity of his injuries. The Guardian added that doctors expected him to avoid surgery and expressed hope he could return for the postseason.

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September 24, 2026
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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman sustains facial fractures after foul ball
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman sustains facial fractures after foul ball

Defector • 24 Sep 17:36

Alex Bregman was struck by a foul ball during a game against the Reds, suffering multiple facial fractures. He remains off the injured list and may attempt to play later this weekend.

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September 22, 2026
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Cubs Say Third Baseman Alex Bregman Will Remain Active Despite Facial Fractures
Cubs Say Third Baseman Alex Bregman Will Remain Active Despite Facial Fractures

MLB Trade Rumors • 22 Sep 21:05

Cubs manager Craig Counsell confirmed that third baseman Alex Bregman will not be placed on the injured list after sustaining multiple facial fractures, and the player is expected to miss only a few games.

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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized with facial fractures after foul ball impact
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized with facial fractures after foul ball impact

The Guardian • 22 Sep 03:06

Alex Bregman suffered facial fractures when a foul ball struck him in the head during a game against the Cincinnati Reds; he is expected to avoid surgery and hopes to return for the postseason.

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September 21, 2026
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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman sustains multiple facial fractures after foul ball
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman sustains multiple facial fractures after foul ball

Chicago Sun-Times • 21 Sep 23:19

Alex Bregman posted Instagram photos showing injuries from a foul ball that caused multiple facial fractures, and his availability for the postseason remains uncertain.

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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman suffers facial fractures after foul ball
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman suffers facial fractures after foul ball

Yahoo Sports • 21 Sep 21:02

Alex Bregman was struck in the face by a foul ball during a game against the Cincinnati Reds, sustaining multiple fractures but avoiding surgery and is expected to return for the playoffs.

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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball injury
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball injury

ABC7 Chicago • 21 Sep 11:42

Alex Bregman was taken to a hospital for imaging after a foul ball struck his face during a game against the Cincinnati Reds. The extent of his injuries and his availability for upcoming games remain uncertain.

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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball to face
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball to face

The Guardian • 21 Sep 02:21

Alex Bregman was taken to a hospital for X-rays and CT scans after a foul ball struck his face during a game against the Cincinnati Reds. He posted an Instagram update indicating he expects to return soon.

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Cubs' Alex Bregman Hospitalized After Foul Ball Injury
Cubs' Alex Bregman Hospitalized After Foul Ball Injury

Bleacher Report • 21 Sep 02:06

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman was taken to the hospital after being struck in the face by a foul ball during a win over the Reds, where he had contributed an RBI single and a walk.

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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball strike
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman hospitalized after foul ball strike

Fox News • 21 Sep 00:17

Alex Bregman was taken to a Cincinnati hospital after a foul ball hit his face during the Cubs' 9-1 win over the Reds, where scans were performed to rule out fractures.

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September 20, 2026
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Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman undergoes scans after foul ball strike
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman undergoes scans after foul ball strike

MLB Trade Rumors • 20 Sep 21:58

Alex Bregman was hit in the face by a foul ball during a game against the Reds and is undergoing X-ray and CT scans at a Cincinnati hospital, leaving his availability for the upcoming postseason uncertain.

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