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Padres' Star Pulled From KC Match Early, Fear of Fracture

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Padres' Star Pulled From KC Match Early, Fear of Fracture
Padres' Star Pulled From KC Match Early, Fear of Fracture

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We have some super unfortunate news coming from the San Diego Padres' late match against the Kansas City Royals.

Just when it looked like maybe the Friars could be off on the right foot again to start a new week as they took a quick 3-0 lead, Manny Machado took a wild pitch directly to his hand and had to be yanked out of the game in the fourth inning.

Take a look for yourself.

"Rougned Odor pinch hits for Manny Machado in the 4th inning.

Machado was hit by a pitch in what appeared to be the left hand in the 2nd inning."

(Via Sammy Levitt)

Machado has already been going through his own batting struggles to start off the year so an injury is the last thing he needs. 

Based on his reaction and plays we've seen in the past, the initial diagnosis from those who watched was that the 30-year-old slugger may have sustained a fracture. He is all too familiar with those in the past to his ankle and other joints so this would be a huge blow.

However, Sports Injury Central did provide a positive update.

"Was hit by pitch and left the game after initially staying in, based on location/mechanism/force would expect X-rays to be negative, worry for swelling on bottom hand which is important for grip and could have short term absence but hope to avoid an IL stint - while Machado's injury could potentially impact his performance due to compromised grip strength, the hope is for a quick recovery with minimal time away, immediate concern lies in managing inflammation and ensuring no underlying fractures, if treated properly he should return to his full potential shortly possibly avoiding an IL stint"

We'll be sure to keep you guys updated as we know more!

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NOEL SANCHEZ

Noel is currently in his third year at California Polytechnic University of Pomona and is pursuing a B.A. in Communications with an emphasis in Multi-Media Journalism. He has always had a deep passion for sports and writing.

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