Aug 17, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) delivers against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
When Chris Bassitt was struck in the face by a line drive, there were questions as to whether or not he would return this season. While Bassitt said that he would be back, that seemed to be wishful thinking after his surgery to repair his facial fractures. The hope was that he would not have any lasting effects and be ready to reclaim his spot atop the Oakland A’s rotation in 2022.