Watch: Phillies star Bryce Harper avoids injury after scary tumble

Those nearby rushed to Harper's side, expecting the worst. However, the multiple-time MVP dusted himself off and returned to the field before anyone else could make a fuss. 

Reports from the field said Harper, at the very least, suffered a cut on his hand. Though, other than that, he appeared no worse for the wear. 

Over the last two seasons, Harper has missed significant time with injury. In 2023, he started the year on the IL and missed roughly a month after undergoing Tommy John surgery in November 2022. 

No one will fault Harper for going all out for a foul ball. But surely the Phillies would prefer that their $330M man isn't taking headers onto concrete in game two of a 162-game season. 

Regardless, Harper seems fine. This is excellent news for the Phillies, whose hope rests on his shoulders despite the depth of talent surrounding him.