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Source: Baltimore Orioles
Summary
Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz suffered seven fractures in his orbital area and a broken jaw after being hit by a foul ball on Monday night. He returned to the dugout the next day and will need to eat baby food for the next six weeks as he heals. Albernaz said he felt “pretty good” considering the circumstances and is expected to continue managing the team.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
Albernaz, the manager with a broken jaw and seven fractures, is still in the dugout, guiding his team through the ups and downs of the season.
He’s already adapting to his new diet, swapping out regular meals for baby food, a temporary solution until his face heals.
This one felt recognizable early, as the Orioles rallied to win the game 9-7, thanks in part to Jeremiah Jackson’s two home runs.
Albernaz’s grit and resilience will be tested over the next six weeks, but for now, he’s focused on leading his team to victory, even if it means eating like a baby.
Original Observation: The real test of management begins when the manager’s face is a mess.
