Willson Contreras miraculously stays in game after taking terrifying fastball to the head (Video)

Willson Contreras found a way to stay in the game despite a scary moment against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Contreras was drilled in the head with a 98 MPH fastball from Cardinals hurler Luis Garcia. One the Cubs best remaining trade chips as we near an all-important deadline for Jed Hoyer and Co., any injury to Contreras would’ve been brutal for not just his safety, but any chance Chicago has at swinging a deal by July 31.

Nonetheless, all of those fears are for naught as Contreras remained in the ballgame.

Chicago Cubs: Willson Contreras is okay despite HBP

This four-game set between the bitter rivals is crucial for both sides, and could decide how they approach the July 31 deadline. Tied for third place in the National League Central, 9.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers and eight games back of the second Wild Card spot, their postseason chances are dwindling by the day.

For the Cubs, Hoyer stated yesterday how much had changed in the matter of two weeks. Chicago went on an 11-game losing streak after being tied for first in the division. Now, their status as seller is likely sealed.

The Cardinals don’t have many pieces to sell, but they won’t be extensive buyers, either. If they can find a piece or two to add to their chances at contention in 2022, then perhaps they made some limited offers. But if not, expect them to stand pat.