Overview
- Team officials said Fry has a broken nose and facial fractures, does not currently need surgery and is projected to recover in six to eight weeks.
- Fry was struck in the face by a 99 mph pitch from Detroit ace Tarik Skubal while squaring to bunt in the sixth inning at Progressive Field.
- He was transported from Lutheran Medical Center to the Cleveland Clinic for testing and observation; manager Stephen Vogt said Fry was conscious, alert and in good spirits.
- The Guardians placed Fry on the 10-day injured list as they monitor his status during the stretch run and potential postseason.
- Umpires initially ruled the play a foul ball before a chaotic sequence that included a wild pitch and a balk, and Skubal said he reached out to Fry after the game.