Astros center fielder George Springer suffered a bruised left elbow after getting hit by a pitch and won't play against Texas on Saturday.
The photo of J.J. Watt's bruise is nasty, but imagine playing with torn knee ligaments or a tooth stuck in your arm. Jeffri Chadiha recounts some memorable moments of athletes ignoring injuries.
Indians pitcher Carlos Carrasco was treated for a bruised jaw after being struck in the face by a line drive during Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the White Sox.
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving confirmed that he'll return to action on Tuesday night after missing two games with a bruised left knee.
Connor Shaw, who was on the practice squad for 16 weeks, will start at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns on Sunday after the undrafted rookie agreed Friday on a multiyear deal.
Tony Romo is missing his third straight day of practice with a back injury and will have to move around before Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals in order to be able to play.
