Chicago Cubs pitcher Colten Brewer has broken his hand – after punching the dugout wall in frustration.
Brewer entered Saturday’s game with the Los Angeles Angels in the third inning, replacing starter Kyle Hendricks, with the Angels leading 2-0.
But Brewer was replaced before the end of the inning, as the Angels jumped out to a 5-0 lead before winning 7-0.
The 31-year-old managed just two outs and was charged with three runs (one earned) on two hits, two walks and a batter.
The right-handed pitcher hit the dugout with his left hand and the Cubs placed him on the 60-day injured list.
The six-year veteran made 16 relief appearances in his first season with the Cubs after being added to the major league roster in April.
The Cubs have now called up 26-year-old right-hander Hunter Bigge, who has yet to make his major league debut from the Iowa Cubs.
