Red Sox Infielder Justin Turner Hit in Face by Pitch, Needs 16 Stitches
Boston Red Sox veteran Justin Turner left a spring training game Monday after taking a pitch directly to the face.
The 38-year-old was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Boston Red Sox infielder Justin Turner needed 16 stitches after he was hit in the face by a pitch during Monday's spring training game. Turner was facing right-handed pitcher Bryan Mata of the Arizona Diamondbacks when he was hit by a fastball in the second inning. Turner was on the ground for several minutes before he was helped to his feet and walked off the field under his own power. He was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Turner is a key part of the Red Sox's lineup, and his injury is a major blow to the team. The Red Sox are hoping that Turner will be able to return to the lineup soon, but they will likely have to wait until they have more information on the extent of his injuries.
This is a developing story, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
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