The San Francisco Giants suffered a terrible break — literally — on Sunday regarding one of their top players.
Brandon Belt left Sunday’s win over the Colorado Rockies due to an injury after being hit by a pitch on the hand while squaring around to bunt.
The news on Belt’s injury status was released on Monday. The slugger suffered a fractured thumb, which puts his postseason availability in question.
For now, Giants reporter Andrew Baggarly says Belt has not been ruled out for the postseason.
That’s at least a glimmer of hope for the Giants.
Belt, 33, has named himself the de facto team captain. Not only has he inspired his team as a leader, but he has also carried the Giants through his play. Belt has 29 home runs in 97 games this season and a career high .597 slugging percentage. His .975 OPS is the best on the team.
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