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Watch: Kevin Pillar gets hit in first at-bat since being nailed in face
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Watch: Kevin Pillar gets hit in first at-bat since being nailed in face

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports  |  By Larry Brown  |  Last updated 6/1/21

Kevin Pillar had a scary incident two weeks ago, but he does not seem to be shaken by it.

Pillar was hit by a pitch in the face against the Atlanta Braves on May 17. He left the game with multiple nasal fractures and had two black eyes the next day.

A scary incident like that very easily could have shaken someone’s confidence, but Pillar doesn’t seem to be affected. The outfielder hit a sharp grounder through the hole for a single in his first at-bat since being hit.

Pillar received a nice ovation from his teammates and cheers throughout the stadium. People recognized that the moment and outcome were significant.

Jacob deGrom also threw six scoreless innings and picked up the win as the Mets got a 6-2 victory.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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