Aroldis Chapman update

March 20, 2014

Cincinnati Reds — UPDATE (12:38 PM): MLB.com, NBC Sports, and the Cincinnati Enquirer are reporting that Aroldis Chapman suffered a “mild concussion,” will have surgery for his facial fractures today (including the insertion of a plate), and is expected to return in six to eight weeks. No hierarchy change.

.Closer.Set-Up.2nd in line.2015 Closer.Updated
CINJonathan BroxtonJ.J. HooverSam LeCureAroldis Chapman3/20/14
Aroldis Chapman [DL]

Aroldis Chapman hit in face with line drive

March 20, 2014

Cincinnati Reds — Wednesday’s game between the Reds and Royals was called off after Aroldis Chapman was hit in the face (WARNING: video may be disturbing) with a line drive. X-rays indicated fractures above his left eye and nose. Chapman will undergo further testing, and is a sure bet to begin the 2014 season on the disabled list. After Jonathan Broxton’s successful spring debut, we think he is most likely to take over the closer role, with J.J. Hoover, Sam LeCure, and Sean Marshall close behind. Hierarchy change: Jonathan Broxton to Closer, Aroldis Chapman injured.

.Closer.Set-Up.2nd in line.2015 Closer.Updated
CINJonathan BroxtonJ.J. HooverSam LeCureAroldis Chapman3/20/14
Aroldis Chapman [DL]