Tigers' Javier Báez carted off field after 'scary' injury on awkward slide into first base
Detroit Tigers player Javier Báez was carted off the field during a game against the Atlanta Braves after suffering a right ankle injury on an awkward slide into first base. The injury occurred when a wide throw led to a late slide, trapping Báez's leg beneath his body as he twisted to avoid a tag. Manager A.J. Hinch described the incident as 'scary,' and Báez is scheduled for imaging to determine the extent of the injury. Both Báez and pitcher Casey Mize, who left with groin tightness, are undergoing medical evaluation.
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