Boston Red Sox pitcher Tanner Houck is in stable condition after suffering a facial fracture from a line drive to the head on Friday, the team announced Saturday.
He is reportedly resting at home after being evaluated at Mass General Hospital, with follow-up appointments next week to determine his treatment plan. No timetable was provided for his return.
The injury was the result of a scary scene during a game against the New York Yankees, in which Yankees catcher Kyle Higashioka hit an 89.7 mph liner that connected with Houck's face. The right-hander immediately fell to his knees on the mound and was seen bleeding.Scary situation in Boston as Tanner Houck gets hit in the face.
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