Will Klein hits Willson Contreras with pitch, forcing early exit
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Last updated Aug 1, 2026
In a game against the Red Sox on August 1, 2026, Dodgers reliever Will Klein struck Willson Contreras in the head during the third inning at Dodger Stadium. Klein's fastballs had been erratic, resulting in a near-miss with the first pitch and a direct hit with the second. Although Contreras initially walked to first base after being hit, he was later replaced for further evaluation. Klein finished the outing with three runs allowed in 1 ⅓ innings and has struggled with control in recent appearances.
- •Will Klein hit Willson Contreras in the helmet with a pitch.
- •Contreras showed signs of being dazed but walked to first base.
- •He was replaced after the inning for further evaluation.
- •Klein has allowed runs in six consecutive outings.
- •The game was part of a planned bullpen strategy for the Dodgers.
- 3:28 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers pitcher drills Red Sox star Willson Contreras in head, knocks him from game
"Dodgers reliever Will Klein has been battling command problems for a few weeks now.
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