The body is always on the line in physical sports. It puts athletes under a lot of stress, which sometimes results in injuries. Baseball has seen the same with Aaron Judge’s injury being the prime example. Although these injuries are painful, they hurt more when an off-field action causes them. Something exactly has happened with the Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic.
The 24-year-old outfielder has had a decent season, but a foot injury has halted it. Not being an on-field injury, Kelenic broke his foot after hitting the water cooler in rage. It has left him in tears after he explained his situation to the media. As everyone had an eye on him, fans shared their opinions about the entire shocking case.
A Tear-Eyed Jarred Kelenic Explains His Painful Case
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The past few days have been tough for Jarred Kelenic, who suffered a terrible injury. The incident occurred after his strikeout against the Minnesota Twins. But this has cost him dearly, and now they expect him to be on the IL for at least ten days.
Kelenic wanted to play more and continue performing well, but the halt disappointed him. He has been deeply saddened ever since and recently shared his situation with the media. Talkin’ Baseball shared the video of him on Twitter. It read, “Jarred Kelenic in tears as he discusses breaking his foot while kicking a cooler.”
Jarred Kelenic in tears as he discusses breaking his foot while kicking a cooler pic.twitter.com/wOEx9LFNrq
— Talkin’ Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) July 20, 2023
While terming his situation terrible, Kelenic said, “Especially for the guys. I just, I just let the emotions get the best of me, and I just let them down.” He then adds what would hurt him more, “I love to win. That’s been your huge competitor, and that’s the hardest part is that, no, I can’t be out there to help the guys.”
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Indeed, this injury has brought pain to the outfielder. Notably, he was averaging 0.252 after hitting 11 home runs and 45 RBIs at an OPS of 0.759. After Kelenic shared his thoughts, as Mariners recalled Cade Marlowe, fans joined in the conversation with their thoughts.
Fans Could Not Find Answers to the Question of Hitting the Water Cooler
Though the entire episode is painful for the player and everyone involved, fans have questions. While addressing the injury concern, they questioned his action of hitting the water cooler. Few also shared suggestions for Kelenic as he recovers from the unfortunate injury.
Why kick a cooler just break the bat made no sense.
— BTBJesse (@BtbJesse) July 20, 2023
I see an endorsement deal with Yeti. Slogan, “Let cooler heads prevail.”
— FUSE88 (@XXFUSE88XX) July 20, 2023
A fan even questioned the physical strength of Jarred.
foot made of glass
— m (@mosogynist) July 20, 2023
— Andrew Sallach (@asallach) July 20, 2023
Few fans have their suggestions while they appreciate his team spirit.
Another reminder that all of us have emotions, not just a certain group, and that sometimes they get the best of us.
— Beer Barrel Breaks (@BeerBarelBreaks) July 20, 2023
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This sucks but at the same time this passion is something this team needs!
— Chayla (@chay_4300) July 20, 2023
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There are mixed voices among the fans. All would agree that the player should return and continue playing. Though given the injury, how long exactly it takes him to make a comeback, only time can tell.
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