Willson Contreras exits game after pitch hits hand in Cubs vs. Rays
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras left Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays with a bruised right hand. The injury happened after he was struck by a pitch from Nick Martinez. Initial scans later showed no serious damage. The incident occurred during the match when Martinez’s fastball hit Contreras on the hand. This marked the eighth time this season that the catcher has been hit by a pitch, placing him among the league’s most frequently struck batters.
Contreras was quickly removed from the game for evaluation. Medical staff conducted scans, which confirmed no fractures or major injuries. The team later confirmed he had sustained only a bruise.
Contreras will now be monitored for further symptoms before his next appearance. His frequent hits by pitches this season remain a concern, but the latest scans provide some relief. The Cubs have not yet announced a timeline for his return.
