Javier Baez leaves Cubs' game after hard collision
Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez was forced to leave Friday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers after a hard collision with center fielder Jason Heyward.
Both players converged on a blooper into shallow right-center field, with Baez' head appearing to take the brunt of the contact. Baez was able to walk off the field under his own power, which is a promising sign. He was put through the concussion protocol and the Cubs should have an update on his status shortly.
Our models project Baez for a .267 batting average, 17 home runs, 55 runs, 56 RBI, and 9 stolen bases in 424 plate appearances.
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