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Cubs' Javier Baez's Thumb Injury Diagnosed as Hairline Fracture

Chicago Cubs star Javier Baez suffered a hairline fracture in his left thumb, according to MLB.com's Jordan Bastian.

Baez will visit the team's hand specialist to get a better idea of how long he'll be out of action.

The veteran shortstop has proved to be relatively durable throughout the start of his career.

Though he started the 2016 season on the disabled list due to a left thumb contusion, he averaged 143.5 games in his first two full seasons in the big leagues. He dealt with right groin tightness and a left elbow contusion last year, although neither ailment sent him to the then-DL.