Harrison Bader's season has taken another turn for the worse after a scooter accident in San Francisco further injured his left foot, which has been sidelined with plantar fasciitis since May 30.
The 32-year-old outfielder was headed to Indianapolis to meet with a foot and ankle specialist on Monday but encountered trouble late-Saturday, early-Sunday morning. Bader's team announced that he was involved in a scooter accident, which complicated his recovery process.
Bader's time with the Giants has been marked by injuries. He missed time earlier this year with a hamstring strain and has been out since May 30 with plantar fasciitis. Manager Tony Vitello said that Bader's latest injury is "going to delay the recovery process for him, but even prior to it, you're looking at a pretty frustrating long runway."
Vitello also expressed concern about Bader's condition, stating that he "asked him if he was OK. Obviously he's not better than he was prior to that." However, Vitello did not know if Bader was sent to the hospital after the accident.
The Giants' announcement stated that Bader will have an MRI "to better understand the severity of the injuries sustained from the scooter accident." This will provide more insight into the extent of Bader's injuries and the time required for his recovery.
Bader's plantar fasciitis has been a significant concern for the Giants, and this latest injury may further complicate his return to the field. With the Giants struggling to find consistency, Bader's absence has been felt, and his latest setback may prolong his recovery process.
Source: Yahoo Sports