One pitch after Jonathan India was brushed back by a 97.1 mph fastball up and in from Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase, the Royals' leadoff hitter was hit on the left side of his face by a 98.9 mph cut ...

A slow-motion side camera angle showed the ball connecting with the earhole on India's batting helmet, which was knocked off his head on impact. A Royals team spokesperson told MLB.com reporter ...

With manager Matt Quatraro at left in the foreground, Kansas City Royals left fielder Jonathan India holds his face after getting hit in the batting ... baseball colliding with India’s helmet ...