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Bryce Harper of the Phillies sustains bruised elbow and exits game against Blue Jays after being hit by pitch
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    Bryce Harper of the Phillies sustains bruised elbow and exits game against Blue Jays after being hit by pitch

    Philadelphia Phillies‘ Bryce Harper can’t catch a break when it comes to elbow injuries.

    On Wednesday, the slugger’s day on the field came to an abrupt end against the Toronto Blue Jays after being hit by a pitch during his first at-bat.

    Bowden Francis’ 93 mph fastball hit and bruised the 31-year-old’s left elbow. MLB.com’s Todd Zolecki reported that Harper would be further evaluated to determine the extent of the injury.

    Edmundo Sosa replaced Harper in the third inning.

    Upper body injuries are common practise when it comes to Harper, as last week the Las Vegas-native revealed he’s been playing through a sore wrist since May and a sore right elbow more recently.

    After taking a swing in Tuesday’s 10-9 win over the Jays, the Phillies star winced but stayed in the game. Philadelphia manager Rob Thomson said that Harper’s elbow “grabs a little bit” when he swings and misses, but said he was “fine” overall.

    Harper had Tommy John surgery on his right elbow following the 2022 World Series, but told MLB.com this latest irritation is unrelated.

    So far Harper is slashing .282/.372/.892 in the 2024 MLB regular season but hasn’t homered since Aug. 9.

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    Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper was forced to exit a game against the Toronto Blue Jays after being hit by a pitch on the elbow, sustaining a bruise in the process. The incident occurred in the sixth inning when Blue Jays pitcher Trent Thornton’s fastball struck Harper on the elbow, causing him to immediately exit the game.

    Harper, who has been a key player for the Phillies this season, was visibly in pain as he walked off the field with trainers. The team later confirmed that he had suffered a bruised elbow and would undergo further evaluation to determine the extent of the injury.

    This unfortunate incident comes at a crucial time for the Phillies, who are currently fighting for a playoff spot in the highly competitive National League East division. Harper’s absence from the lineup could potentially have a significant impact on the team’s chances of making it to the postseason.

    Despite the setback, Harper remains optimistic about his recovery and is determined to return to the field as soon as possible. In a statement following the game, he expressed his gratitude for the support of his teammates and fans and vowed to do everything in his power to get back on the field.

    Injuries are an unfortunate reality in professional sports, and Harper’s bruised elbow serves as a reminder of the physical toll that athletes endure in their pursuit of success. As fans and teammates await further updates on his condition, they can only hope for a speedy recovery for one of the Phillies’ most valuable players.