Summary
Craig Albernaz, the manager of the Baltimore Orioles, received significant facial injuries, including a broken jaw and seven fractures, from a foul ball. Despite his injuries, he returned to watch his team win against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Key Facts
- Orioles manager Craig Albernaz was hit in the face by a foul ball.
- The incident happened during the fifth inning of the game.
- The ball, hit by infielder Jeremiah Jackson, was traveling at 70.6 miles per hour.
- Albernaz suffered a broken jaw and seven facial fractures.
- He left to get medical attention but came back to see his team's victory.
- The Orioles won the game 9-7 against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
- The win tied the Orioles with the Yankees for first place in their division.
- Albernaz is in his first season managing the Orioles.