Frenchie Back In Action

Written by Jonathan on March 19, 2008 – 11:42 pm

Just three days after being beaned in the face, Jeff Francoeur is ready to get back in the lineup, stating that he expects to play in Thursday night’s game against the Tigers.  The swelling in his face is gone and the cuts to his lip are healing as he got back to preseason business on Wednesday, taking a round of batting practice and some outfielding practice.

It’s good to see that this doesn’t appear to be affecting Jeff’s previous injuries, which could have sidelined him for the season or possibly his career.  In 2004, Francoeur was hit in the face with a pitch in the minor leagues, breaking an orbital bone in his face as well as other jaw fractures.  That injury left him with two titanium plates implanted into his face.

We’re glad to see Frenchie back into preseason action, he’s a critical part of the Braves plan for the season.


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