Alex Bregman Avoids IL Stint And Eyes Quick Return From Fractures

Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman is avoiding the injured list and confident he will be ready for the postseason after suffering multiple facial fractures when hit by a foul ball off teammate Michael Busch's bat. Manager Craig Counsell stated Bregman is tracking pitches and planning on playing as early as this weekend in Boston. The veteran slashes .292 with 17 home runs and 48 RBIs in the second half, taking a day-by-day approach to his recovery.