Marlins Third Base Coach Jody Reed Hit By Foul Ball, Breaks Leg

The Miami Marlins saw a freak injury in Wednesday's loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.

In the third inning, a foul ball connected with Marlins third base coach Jody Reed's right leg, leading to the coach limping off the field.

According to Marlins manager Skip Schumaker in a postgame interview, X-rays confirmed that Reed broke his leg due to the hit.

JUPITER, FLORIDA - MARCH 07: Jody Reed #33 of the Miami Marlins looks on prior to a game against the Washington Nationals at Roger Dean Stadium on March 07, 2023 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

The line drive foul ball drew gasps from the Busch Stadium attendees and broadcast.

“I’m pretty sure he broke his leg. He’s going to be down. I’m not sure how long,” Schumaker told the media. “He had X-rays, and the doctor said it was broke, so we’ll see how long he’s out for, unfortunately.”

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 09: Joey Wendle #18 of the Miami Marlins high fives third base coach Jody Reed #33 after hitting a solo home run against the Chicago White Sox during the fifth inning at Guaranteed Rate Field on June 09, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Schumaker did not give a concrete timeline for return.

Reed, who played in the big leagues for 11 seasons, will be replaced by quality control coach Griffin Benedict in the interim.

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Miami lost the game, 6-4, and gave up a series sweep to the Cards amid a tough stretch for the Marlins.

MIAMI, FL - APRIL 17: Jazz Chisholm Jr. of the Miami Marlins hands his equipment to Jody Reed. (Photo by Jasen Vinlove/Miami Marlins/Contributor)