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Oriolesâ Craig Albernaz shares shocking health update after hit in face with foul ball
TL;DR
Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz was hit in the face by a foul ball but returned to the dugout to finish the game. He provided a health update to the media the following day, appearing in good spirits despite his injuries.
Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz is a tough guy. After taking a foul ball to the face on Monday night, he returned to the dugout to watch the rest of the game.
Albernaz did not do the postgame press conference but met with the media on Tuesday afternoon to share news on the full extent of his injuries.
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What Albernaz said
He appeared in good spirits as he walked into the press room. He encouraged the media to get pictures of his good and bad side.
His face is swollen and bruised which is to be expected.
However, his injuries are more serious than just bruises. He has a broken jaw and at least seven fractures in his cheek. Albernaz does not need surgery.
Keeping his sense of humor, he joked that he has âeat baby food for six weeks.â
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Albernaz prefers his team to be the headline story
The rookie MLB manager wants his team to be the center of attention especially after Mondayâs inspiring come-from-behind win after falling behind 7-1 through five innings.
Ironically, Jeremiah Jackson, whose foul ball struck Albernaz in the dugout, had five RBIs and was instrumental in the Orioles comeback with a Grand Slam and a solo homerun in the two at bats after the Albernaz incident.
At 9-7, the Orioles are tied with the Yankess for the top spot in the AL East.
The Orioles will face the Arizona Diamondbacks in the second game of their series at 6:30 PM tonight (4/14).
Q&A
What injuries did Craig Albernaz sustain after being hit by a foul ball?
Craig Albernaz shared details about his injuries during a media session, although specific injuries were not disclosed.
How did Craig Albernaz react after being hit by the foul ball?
After the incident, Craig Albernaz returned to the dugout to watch the remainder of the game, showing his resilience.
What did Craig Albernaz say during his media update after the foul ball incident?
During his media update, Craig Albernaz appeared in good spirits and humorously encouraged the media to take pictures of both his good and bad sides.
