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Cubs' Albert Almora in touch with family of child who was hit by foul ball

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 5/31/19

Albert Almora Jr. says that he is in touch with the family of the child who was hit by his foul ball during Wednesday’s Chicago Cubs-Houston Astros game.

During his at-bat in the top of the fourth inning, Almora pulled a foul ball that hit a young girl. He immediately grew emotional and struck out in his at-bat while distraught.

Almora vowed after the game that he would try to form a lifelong relationship with the fan, who was said to be OK.

The Cubs were off on Thursday but began a series in St. Louis on Friday. Almora spoke with reporters before the game and shared that he has been in touch with the family of the child, via the Chicago Sun-Times’ Mark Potash.

Albert Almora said he’s been in touch with the family of the child who was hit by his foul ball in Houston, but gave no update on her condition. “Right now the family wants complete privacy and obviously we’re going to respect that.”

— Mark Potash (@MarkPotash) May 31, 2019

Almora, cont’d: “When they’re ready … I’ll do whatever I can to put a smile on that little girl’s face.”

— Mark Potash (@MarkPotash) May 31, 2019

Almora still seemed shook by the incident. “It’s tough to answer these questions because I’m not the one hurt. People are praying for me, but I’m healthy. My mind’s OK. I’m OK. And it’s thanks to my teammates, thanks to my family.“

— Mark Potash (@MarkPotash) May 31, 2019

Following Thursday's game, Almora said he wants to see MLB add more protective netting around fields. His sentiment was echoed by one of his teammates, as well as other players around the game.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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