A day after a woman was hit in the head by a line drive and hospitalized, the Dodgers plan to extend protective netting to shield fans from foul balls.
But calls for increased netting have amplified following several recent incidents. Last August, 79-year-old Linda Goldbloom died four days after a foul ball struck her in the head at Dodger Stadium, and this season a young boy was struck by a ball during batting practice. In May, a line drive hit a young girl at Minute Maid Park in Houston. The fan was hospitalized.
Last week, Dodgers pitcher Rich Hill — a 39-year-old, 15-year veteran — reached out to the players union to support extending netting at all ballparks. Cody Bellinger, who hit the foul ball that struck the fan Sunday, said it would be “a smart decision” to add netting. “One more fan having a severe injury or, in a really unfortunate situation, a death is something that is unacceptable,” Hill said. “You come to the ballpark for a reprieve and to take a break from the hectic schedule of life to enjoy watching us go out there and play. And you want to feel comfortable and safe.
Roberts said Stripling will replace the injured Hill in the rotation for the time being. Gonsolin, 25, likely will make just the spot start before returning to the minors. The right-hander has made five starts for triple-A Oklahoma City since returning from an oblique injury, slowly pitching deeper into games with each turn. He allowed five earned runs in 16 innings.
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