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Cubs' Bregman to DH: Face Injury Sidelines Third Base Play
30 Sep
Summary
- Alex Bregman will DH, not play third base due to facial fractures.
- Bregman's at-bats are crucial, making third base too risky.
- Pedro Martinez will cover third base for the Cubs.
Alex Bregman of the Chicago Cubs will not play third base in Tuesday night's Wild Card Game 1 against the San Diego Padres. This decision comes after Bregman suffered eight facial fractures nine days ago from a foul tip.
Manager Craig Counsell confirmed Bregman will be the designated hitter, emphasizing his critical role at the plate. Playing third base was deemed too risky given the severity of his injury. Pedro Martinez will take over at third base for the Cubs. Bregman will bat second, with Pete Crow-Armstrong leading off.
Bregman has had a solid season for the Cubs, hitting 28 home runs and driving in 93 runs through 608 at-bats. The Cubs and Padres begin their series at 10 p.m. EST on Tuesday, with Game 2 scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, also at 10 p.m. EST.
