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Brewers' Jakob Junis Hospitalized After Being Struck by Line Drive

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jakob Junis was taken to hospital following a line drive incident during batting practice in Pittsburgh.

  • Jakob Junis was hit in the neck by a line drive during batting practice at PNC Park, resulting in immediate medical attention and hospitalization.
  • The incident occurred when Pirates infielder Alika Williams hit the ball that struck Junis while he was in the outfield.
  • Junis, who has been on the injured list since early April due to a shoulder impingement, was conscious and responsive following the accident.
  • This series of injuries adds to the Brewers' recent challenges, with multiple key pitchers placed on the injured list within the last two days.
  • Medical teams attended to Junis on the field for approximately 20 minutes before he was transported by ambulance to the hospital.
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