A disturbing viral video shows the moment Cleveland Guardians’ player David Fry was hit in the face by a 99-mph fastball.
The video, which was posted to YouTube by the Bleacher Report, has racked up more than 300,000 views.
The Guardians released an update on Fry’s condition on September 24. It detailed his injuries and gave a timeline for his return to Major League Baseball. Fry is a designated hitter for the team.
What Is the Latest Update on David Fry’s Condition?
According to the Guardians, Fry:
- Will need six to eight weeks to recover.
- Doesn’t need surgery.
- Has been discharged from the hospital.
“Imaging and clinical examination have confirmed that David Fry sustained multiple, minimally displaced, left-sided facial and nasal fractures,” The Guardians wrote in their statement, which was posted by the team to X. “While the injury will require close monitoring, including serial assessments, David is expected to fully recover over the next 6-8 weeks without the need for surgery. David was recently discharged from the Cleveland Clinic and is resting comfortably.”
“The Cleveland Guardians would like to express gratitude to several groups who were intimately involved in the emergent care and treatment of David during last night’s game: Physician’s Ambulance, caregivers at Lutheran Hospital and Cleveland Clinic emergency departments, and the nurses and physicians at CCF working in the ENT and plastic surgery departments. Thank you all for your professionalism, expertise, and compassion,” the team added.
Tigers’ Pitcher Tarik Skubal, Who Threw the Fastball, Said the Situation Was ‘Really Tough’
Detroit Tigers’ pitcher Tarik Skubal threw the pitch that struck Fry. He spoke out about the play.
“It’s really tough,” Skubal told reporters, according to ESPN. “I’ve already reached out to him. I’m sure his phone is blowing up. Just want to make sure he’s all right. Obviously, he seemed like he was OK coming off the field, and hopefully it stays that way. I know sometimes with those things, they can change, so hopefully he’s alright.
