Justin Turner Was Taken To A Local Hospital For Further Evaluation After Being Hit In The Face By A Pitch Monday Afternoon

Red Sox infielder Justin Turner needed 16 stitches after being hit in the face by a pitch during a spring training game

Justin Turner was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation after being hit in the face by a pitch Monday afternoon.

He's receiving treatment for soft tissue injuries and is expected to miss the next few games.

Turner was hit by a 93 mph fastball from Tigers right-hander Bryan Garcia in the third inning of Monday's game. He immediately fell to the ground and was attended to by team trainers and medical personnel.

Turner was eventually able to walk off the field under his own power, but he was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation. The Red Sox announced that Turner had suffered a facial laceration and a concussion.

The Red Sox are expected to provide an update on Turner's condition on Tuesday.

Turner, 37, is a key member of the Red Sox lineup. He was an All-Star last season and is expected to be a key contributor in 2023.

The Red Sox are hoping that Turner will be able to return to the lineup soon. However, they are also being cautious with his recovery, given the nature of his injury.

In the meantime, the Red Sox will have to find a way to replace Turner in the lineup. Bobby Dalbec is expected to get the start at third base in Tuesday's game against the Tigers.