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Fulmer hit by comebacker, exits with contusion

CHICAGO -- Michael Fulmer departed in the sixth inning of Monday's contest with the White Sox after taking a comebacker off his right leg.

Fulmer delivered a 3-1 fastball to Daniel Palka, who lined the pitch 115.6 mph per Statcast™ off the pitcher's leg. The ball ricocheted right to first baseman Niko Goodrum for the second out of the inning.

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The trainer met with Fulmer on the mound before the right-hander walked off under his own power. Drew VerHagen came on in relief.