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Jakob Junis hit in neck by ball during batting practice, sent to hospital

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Jakob Junis was struck in the neck by a batted ball during batting practice at PNC Park Monday evening, sending him to the hospital before the start of the series opener.

Brewers pitcher Jakob Junis was hit in the neck by a batted ball during batting practice. He is conscious, alert and responsive. He was sent to the hospital for further evaluation.

— Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) April 22, 2024

Junis was conscious, alert, and responsive according to the Brewers X account, though it’s just the latest in a long line of injuries to Milwaukee’s pitching staff.