UPDATE: Philadelphia Phillies closer Jhoan Duran has been carted off the field after suffering a foot injury during the ninth inning of the team’s 6-2 victory over the Washington Nationals on July 14, 2023. Duran was struck by a sharp comebacker while pitching in a non-save situation, prompting immediate medical attention.
Authorities report that Duran took the comebacker off his right foot, leading to the precautionary cart transport. Phillies manager Rob Thomson confirmed that Duran would undergo X-rays to assess the injury, emphasizing that the cart was a preventive measure rather than a sign of severe damage.
In a tense moment for fans, Duran began the ninth inning by facing Paul DeJong, who hit a hard ground ball that deflected off Duran’s foot and into foul territory, resulting in a single. As Duran rushed to retrieve the ball, he began limping and required assistance from team trainers.
“He ran like a shot to retrieve the ball, and once he got there, I think the adrenaline wore off and the pain set in,” Thomson stated. “Before the cart came out, he said, ‘I actually feel better, I think I can walk over to the dugout.’ But we got all these steps up here, so we just wanted to use the cart and take him all the way around.”
Since joining the Phillies from Minnesota at the trade deadline, Duran has been impressive, successfully converting all 4-for-4 save opportunities. His injury raises concerns about the Phillies’ bullpen depth as they navigate the final stretch of the season.
Fans are left anxiously awaiting updates on Duran’s condition as the team prepares for their next games. The situation remains developing, and further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on Jhoan Duran and the Philadelphia Phillies as they confront this urgent injury situation.
