New Delhi, Aug. 16 -- Jhoan Duran, star closer of the Philadelphia Phillies, was struck by a 94 mph line drive during a 6-2 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday (August 15). While the incident sent a wave of concern through the team and its fans, initial tests have brought encouraging news.

In the ninth inning of the game, Jhoan Duran entered in a non-save situation, pitching with a four-run lead. Facing Nationals' hitter Paul DeJong, Duran was struck by a sharp grounder that bounced at his right ankle.

The ball, clocked at 94.1 mph, left Duran in visible pain as he limped and struggled to put weight on his leg. After a prolonged visit from the Phillies' training staff, he was carted off the field.

"He ran like a shot to ret...