Phillies Announcer Injured in Chainsaw Accident

Ben Davis cut his knee to the bone while trying to clean up trees on his property.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Philadelphia Phillies TV analyst Ben Davis suffered a serious injury after a chainsaw accident at his home. Davis was attempting to cut up fallen trees in his yard when a branch got stuck in the ground, causing the saw to kick back and cut his knee down to the bone. Despite the gruesome injury, Davis did not immediately go to the hospital, instead treating the wound himself with bandages and Neosporin.

Why it matters

Davis' chainsaw accident highlights the dangers of home DIY projects, especially when using powerful tools like chainsaws. The incident also raises questions about Davis' health and whether he will be able to continue his broadcasting duties for the Phillies.

The details

Davis, 48, was trying to clean up fallen white pine trees on his property when the accident occurred. As he was cutting through a branch that had become stuck in the ground, the saw kicked back and cut a three-inch gash in his knee down to the bone. Despite the severity of the injury, Davis did not immediately seek medical attention, instead treating it himself with bandages and Neosporin.

  • On March 2, Davis recounted the incident on a Philadelphia radio show.
  • The accident occurred a few days prior, as Davis was cleaning up fallen trees on his property.

The players

Ben Davis

A 48-year-old former MLB player who has worked as a television analyst for the Philadelphia Phillies since 2015.

Megan Davis

Ben Davis' wife, with whom he shares two sons and two daughters.

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What they’re saying

“I'm going to tell you something that's even more astounding than Ben taking a chainsaw to his knee. He hasn't gone to the hospital yet.”

— Joe DeCamara, WIP Morning Show cohost (WIP Morning Show)

“It needs stitches, but I'm OK. I'm fine. I got a bandage on it, it's good.”

— Ben Davis (WIP Morning Show)

“Last night, I was laying in bed with my wife and she said, 'I'm so sorry this happened to you,' and I said, 'I'm actually thrilled it was only as bad as it was.'”

— Ben Davis (WIP Morning Show)

What’s next

It is unclear if Davis plans to seek medical attention for his injury or how it may impact his broadcasting duties for the Phillies.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of using powerful tools like chainsaws, even for experienced DIY enthusiasts. It also highlights the importance of seeking prompt medical care for serious injuries, rather than trying to treat them at home.