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Guardians' Chase DeLauter Injured in Game vs. Dodgers
Promising young outfielder exits with leg injury after fouling ball off back of leg.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:48am
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Cleveland Guardians outfielder Chase DeLauter, who had been off to a hot start this season, was forced to exit Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers after fouling a pitch off the back of his leg. DeLauter initially tried to walk off the injury but was unable to put weight on his leg and had to be helped off the field and into the clubhouse.
Why it matters
DeLauter, a highly touted prospect, has dealt with injury issues in the past, so this latest setback is concerning for the Guardians as they look to build around their young core. The team will now have to monitor his status and determine the severity of the injury.
The details
In the top of the first inning, DeLauter fouled a 97.6 mph fastball off the back of his leg. He initially tried to walk it off but was unable to put weight on the leg. On the very next pitch, he grounded out but never left the batter's box, instead limping off the field and into the clubhouse to be evaluated by the team's training staff.
- The incident occurred in the top of the first inning on Tuesday, March 31.
- DeLauter was immediately helped off the field and into the clubhouse.
The players
Chase DeLauter
A highly touted outfield prospect for the Cleveland Guardians who has dealt with injury issues in the past.
CJ Kayfus
A Guardians player who began warming up and entered the game after DeLauter left.
What’s next
The Guardians will evaluate the severity of DeLauter's injury and provide an update on his status in the coming days.
The takeaway
DeLauter's injury history is a concern, and this latest setback will be closely monitored by the Guardians as they look to develop their young talent. The team will hope this is not a long-term issue that could derail DeLauter's promising start to the season.
