Cubs’ Alex Bregman Shares Post-Injury Photos After Being Hit by Foul Ball
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman shared photos on Instagram after being hit in the face by a foul ball during the team's win over the Reds in Cincinnati.
Chicago, IL, September 21, 2026 —
Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman has shared images on social media following an incident where he was struck in the face by a foul ball. The event occurred during the Cubs’ recent game against the Cincinnati Reds, which the team won.
Following the game, Bregman posted photographs on his Instagram account, documenting the aftermath of the injury. The specifics of the injury and Bregman’s current condition beyond what was visible in the shared images were not detailed in the report of his Instagram activity.
The incident took place during the match against the Reds in Cincinnati. Details regarding the exact moment the foul ball hit Bregman, the severity of the impact, or if he remained in the game after the play were not provided. Information about any subsequent medical evaluations or treatment also remains undisclosed.
The team secured a victory in the game where the injury occurred. Further information regarding the duration of Bregman’s absence from play, potential return dates, or any adjustments to team protocols following such incidents have not been made public.
Bregman’s decision to share photos on Instagram offers a direct look at the consequences of the play. However, the report does not specify the content of the photos themselves, such as whether they showed visible injuries or were shared with accompanying text from Bregman.
The Cubs organization has not released a formal statement regarding Bregman’s injury or his current status as of this report. The player himself provided the update via his personal social media channel.
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