Atlanta Braves' Tim Hudson carted off after injuring ankle vs. Mets
Atlanta Braves pitcher Tim Hudson lays on the ground after being injured on a play at first base in the eighth inning of a game against the Mets at Citi Field. (July 24, 2013) Credit: Getty
The Atlanta Braves walked away with an 8-2 win over the Mets on Wednesday, but the winning pitcher wasn't able to walk under his own power after.
In the eighth inning while covering first base, Tim Hudson got his right heel stepped on by Eric Young Jr., who was trying to beat out a base hit. Hudson fell to the ground writing in pain, and after being examined by the Mets' medical staff, had to be carted off the field.
The Braves later announced Hudson has a fractured ankle.
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