The Atlanta Braves placed All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies on injured reserve Tuesday because of a fractured right toe.
Albies was injured in Monday's game against the Houston Astros. Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrigetti threw an inside curveball that hit Albies' right foot and sent him to the ground.
Ozzie Albies took this pitch off his front foot in the second inning last night and was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a fractured right big toe. pic.twitter.com/47iQiNfBKr
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He scored a run on a hit-by-pitch with the bases loaded, giving the Braves a 2-1 lead and a 6-1 victory. Albies remained in the game, but was diagnosed with a fractured toe and was placed on injured reserve on Tuesday. Albies told reporters Tuesday that he didn't realize his toe was broken as he continued to play. Rather, he thought he had suffered deep bone bruises.
“It's a terrible injury, but there's nothing we can do.” Albies said. “I just hope you get well soon and can leave as soon as you feel better.”
Albies said an X-ray showed a “crack” on his toe. Neither the Braves nor Albies would say when he plans to return.
Braves Called infielder David Fletcher With corresponding movements.
Albies, 27, is a three-time All-Star. Last season he hit .280/.336/.513 with 33 home runs, 109 RBIs, and 13 stolen bases. Albies has appeared in 15 games this season, hitting .317/.386/.492 with two home runs, 14 RBIs and two stolen bases.
