{
  "id": 9040313,
  "title": "Alex Bregman’s Scary Injury Diagnosis Revealed; Playoffs Possible for Cubs Star?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/alex-bregmans-scary-injury-diagnosis-revealed-playoffs-possible-for",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-22T00:12:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/mlb/alex-bregmans-scary-injury-diagnosis-revealed-playoffs-possible-for-cubs-star-12470074"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cubs star third baseman Alex Bregman reportedly sustained facial fractures after being struck by a foul ball during a game against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, Sept. 20. According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, Bregman will not require surgery for the injuries. The 32-year-old player, who signed a five-year, $175 million contract in January, immediately exited the game in the fourth inning following the incident. Bregman, a crucial player for the Cubs this season, finished with a .262/.352/.452 batting average in 153 games, showcasing his defensive prowess at third base. Despite his injury, Bregman remains hopeful to return for the playoffs, posting a selfie on Instagram to update his fans. His absence, if confirmed, could impact the Cubs' playoff run, as they currently share the first wild-card position with the San Diego Padres.",
  "summary": "The Cubs got a hopeful diagnosis on star third baseman Alex Bregman, who was struck in the face by a foul ball a day ago.",
  "key_points": [
    "Alex Bregman suffered facial fractures from foul ball on Sept. 20",
    "Cubs third baseman will not need surgery for injuries",
    "Bregman aims to return for playoffs despite injury"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Bregman's potential return for the playoffs could bolster the Cubs' chances, but his absence would likely hinder their postseason run, particularly given their current tie for the wild-card position.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}