Overview

• Paul DeJong was struck on the left cheek by a 92.7 mph fastball from Pirates pitcher Mitch Keller during Tuesday night's game.
• The pitch caused a visible injury, including a gash under DeJong's left eye, requiring on-field medical care from Nationals staff.
• DeJong exited the game in the sixth inning and was replaced by Amed Rosario, who pinch ran and later played third base.
• Mitch Keller showed visible concern, crouching on the mound after the errant pitch hit DeJong.
• At the time of the incident, the Nationals were leading the game 1-0 against the Pirates.