White Sox pitcher John Danks took a line drive to the head on Saturday night against the Diamondbacks, but he came up smiling.
He earned the victory after pitching seven innings in Chicago's 7-3 win over Arizona.
"I'm OK, really," Danks said.
After talking briefly to reporters, Danks left with an ice pack applied to the large knot on the left side of his head for a precautionary CT scan at a hospital.
Danks pitched three innings after taking the shot in the
fourth.
Stephen Drew's line drive careened off the side of Danks' head and bounced into the photographer's well for a ground-rule double.
The White Sox pitcher bounced to his feet smiling and assured everyone he was all right. He took a few practice pitches, then stayed in the game to the cheers of the crowd.
"I like to have a good time," he said. "I didn't think I was hurt by all means. They came out and checked me out. I passed all the tests during the game, was able to say in the game. I was trying to stay in the game and fortunately they let me do that. You know what, it's a laugh. There were some people that were scared. (Catcher Ramon) Castro told me a couple of times 'Hey, you all right?' but I'm good."
Danks Smiles After Taking Liner To Head





