Young girl hospitalized after being hit by foul ball during Cubs – Astros matchup - Global News

Major League Baseball said Thursday it will keep examining its policy on protective netting at stadiums a day after a young fan was struck by a foul ball and hospitalized.The girl was hit during Wednesday night’s game between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros, an incident MLB called “extremely upsetting.”MLB said in a statement it sends its “best wishes to the child and family involved.” It noted that clubs have “significantly expanded netting and their inventory of protected seats in recent years,” and the league will continue its “efforts on this important issue.”WATCH: Local talent showcased at Montreal’s MLB skills competition


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May 31, 2019 at 04:04AM