Tag Archives: Strange Injuries

Video: Moth Flies into Cardinals Matt Holliday’s Ear

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Dean

The St. Louis Cardinals have been beset by injuries in 2011, but it’s safe to say that when a moth flew into Matt Holliday’s ear last night, that topped them all. The bizarre incident happened during the top of the … Continue reading →

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Cincinnati Reds Pitcher Dontrelle Willis Sprains Ankle After Tripping on BAT!

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Dean

Yet another strange injury. Dontrelle Willis left the Cincinnati Reds’ 7-6 victory over the Chicago Cubs after spraining his right ankle after he tripped over a bat! Willis, trying to win a spot in the Reds’ bullpen as a non-roster invitee, … Continue reading →

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Mor-Yes in ALCS? Morneau Could Play if Twins Advance

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Dean

Justin Morneau worked out Thursday afternoon at Target Field in Minneapolis. The All-Star first baseman has been suffering the lingering effects of a concussion since he was accidentally kneed in the head while sliding into second base July 7 in … Continue reading →

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Shattered Bat Puts a Stake in Cubs’ Colvin’s Season

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Dean

Even as they ride their longest winning streak in more than two years, the Chicago Cubs are their own worst enemy. Case in point: Cubs rightfielder Tyler Colvin is in stable condition at a Miami hospital after he was hit in … Continue reading →

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Mat Latos: Phlegm Balls to Speed Balls

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Dean

Since Mat Latos returned from the DL after injuring himself in Denver while holding back a sneeze, the 22-year old Padres righty has surrendered a mere nine runs in 43.0 innings during seven starts, lowering his ERA to 2.29. After promising never to hold back a sneeze, he’s … Continue reading →

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