Updated: Boy hit by foul ball Thurs in serious condition

by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 11, 2008 9:20 PM CDT

Most of us watching Thursday's games remember the rocketing foul ball by Ted Lilly into the stands. L&B said that it'd hit a fan and the Trib has an update on the little boy it hit:

Dominic was in serious condition and still unconscious Friday in Children's Memorial Hospital, where he is recovering from a fractured skull and swelling around his brain. His doctors and family expect him to live, and are thinking now about how his neurological functioning will fare when he comes around.

Please keep him and his family in your thoughts/prayers. Get well soon!

Updated 7/12/08: Ted Lilly visited the family today:

The boy was in serious condition at Children's Memorial Hospital, recovering from a fractured skull and swelling around his brain. Lilly talked to the father on Friday and planned to visit after Saturday's game, bringing a baseball signed by the Cubs players, a bat signed by Mark DeRosa, and a Ryan Theriot glove and jersey, among other items.

Very sad, but its nice to see the Cubs being so supportive of the family. I'll keep my ears to the ground and try to keep the community updated on this little boy.

Please if you're at a game: keep your eyes on the field and take care of those around you!

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Really sad, scary...

Definately in my thoughts and prayers.

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by carmen_fanzone on Jul 11, 2008 9:29 PM CDT 0 recs

+ 1

And, people, please, if you sit where foul balls are usually hit at, please, always pay attention to the game. If you have little kids, be especially careful and/or sit further away from the field.

Anyway, this accident wasn’t anyone’s fault. We all hope the kid recovers and will pray for him.

by Fraggin Judge on Jul 11, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up 0 recs

be especially vigilant...

during batting practice, when balls are flying all over and many fans aren’t paying attention.

This still gives my wife and I chills—we were in the LF bleachers for the Sat. Sox game with our 7 and 8 year old boys. We usually sit out there (back bleachers near the foul pole), so we know how balls fly out. So someone has to watch for balls while the kids are there.

For some reason the Sox decided to take BP in the drizzle, and a few of them were hitting it out. I had ballwatch duty, but had to step into the aisle to let some of the beer garden crowd go in and out.

All of a sudden—the scream of “Ball!” “Ball!” as Dye hit one our way. I couldn’t get to my glove or the boys, neither of whom was facing the field. The ball whizzed between them head-high, then bounced off the row behind us, landing in the next section over.

Neither one of them realized they were a foot away from…well, perish the thought.

Be careful out there, and get well soon Dominic!

by bison on Jul 11, 2008 11:35 PM CDT up 0 recs

From the account I read

it sounds like they were watching, but there was just no time to react. It’s amazing there aren’t more incidents like this.

''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella

by JohnM on Jul 12, 2008 5:01 AM CDT up 0 recs

agreed

hes in my thoughts….hope the kid comes through

"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip

by Hammer on Jul 11, 2008 9:54 PM CDT 0 recs

Scary

My thoughts and prayers go out to him.

"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti

by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 11, 2008 9:58 PM CDT 0 recs

Prayers for him and his family

As a father of a 7 year old son I cringe at this story..

God speed for him!!!

by mmancubfan on Jul 11, 2008 9:58 PM CDT 0 recs

God Bless young Dominic....get well soon, son

Does anyone know if there has been anyway to help him and his family? I just read the story and it was very short. Y’all have radio – TV from the area, let me know if something has been set up to help. Thanks…

The poem fails when it strays too far from the song, and the song fails when it strays too far from the dance ~ Ezra Pound

by crazymountain on Jul 11, 2008 10:00 PM CDT 0 recs

should read "been anyway set up to help him and his family?"

The poem fails when it strays too far from the song, and the song fails when it strays too far from the dance ~ Ezra Pound

by crazymountain on Jul 11, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up 0 recs

This is the first story I've seen about him

but I’ve been thinking about it ever since I saw Lilly’s expression during the game… it was the first time he’d ever shown any emotion in his face. I figured since I was, someone else might be too so I posted it.

I’d imagine you could make a donation to the Children’s hospital or something.

The weather at Wrigley Field may change in an instant, but Aramis Ramirez is always steady in the clutch. - Associated Press (7/11/08)

by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 11, 2008 10:30 PM CDT up 0 recs

yeah...

i kind of wondered if maybe ted knew what happened and it affected his performance.

by nathew on Jul 11, 2008 11:21 PM CDT up 0 recs

I thought he said that he wasn't distracted by the incident....

which tells me he was…Man, he HAS to feel bad…

The poem fails when it strays too far from the song, and the song fails when it strays too far from the dance ~ Ezra Pound

by crazymountain on Jul 12, 2008 12:13 AM CDT up 0 recs

He is at the Children's Hospital?

I will search it out tomorrow morning…..

The poem fails when it strays too far from the song, and the song fails when it strays too far from the dance ~ Ezra Pound

by crazymountain on Jul 12, 2008 12:16 AM CDT up 0 recs

I got hit in the stomach by a BP home run in LF at a 1999 game against the Pirates.

Nothing as bad as what Dominic is going through, though. God watch over him, and hopefully he’ll pull through.

CUBS WIN! CUE THE ORCHESTRA!

by Keith on Jul 11, 2008 10:26 PM CDT 0 recs

He's in my thoughts too..

Sure hope he pulls through and makes it back 100%.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 11, 2008 10:57 PM CDT 0 recs

My thoughts are with Dominic and his family...

... and I agree with the comments above, no matter where you are in the ballpark, you need to watch the action because a ball can come at you at any time.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Jul 12, 2008 4:00 AM CDT 0 recs

Oh Dear

this is sad news. Thanks for keeping us apprised, halfblindcubbiegirl. I had so hoped he was doing well. I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers.

We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez

by Emelie on Jul 12, 2008 4:19 AM CDT 0 recs

:(

So, so sad.

I missed the start of Thursday’s game, in fact, Lilly was out when I started listening. Totally didn’t even know this happened.

Lots of prayers.

These are the saddest of possible words: "Tinker to Evers to Chance"

by slcathena on Jul 12, 2008 6:19 AM CDT 0 recs

Get well

thoughts and prayers from my family to Dominic and his family. God bless and get well soon kiddo. So so sad to see anything like that happen…......

by plenz on Jul 12, 2008 6:34 AM CDT 0 recs

Prayers are with him and his family

I was at the game Thursday sitting a few rows in front of them. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a ball come into the stands that fast, at least in person. I did not see it hit Dominic but did see his father rush him down the stairs as soon as it happened rather then waiting for the security/crowd management to get to him. Probably a good idea by his father.
Awhile later a gentlemen with his group came back to gather their things and also asking for the ball. But no one seemed to know where it was. And about 5 minutes later a man stood up and gave it to him, but acting like he didn’t know he had it. Pretty tasteless act in my mind but at least he made the right move and handed the ball over.

by chicagodave on Jul 12, 2008 8:56 AM CDT 0 recs

Poor Kid

Hope he makes a full recovery.

This is why I always cringe when I see people bringing infants to the ballpark.

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 12, 2008 10:55 AM CDT 0 recs

I read that he is expected to live and recover

"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip

by Hammer on Jul 12, 2008 11:05 AM CDT 0 recs

Bummer

First I’d heard of it – I’ve been on an intense weeklong shoot and only really got back to my blogging last evening.

I’m not much of a “prayer” guy, really, though I am concerned and taking this chance to express that.

And yes, be careful out there.

by MN exile on Jul 12, 2008 12:33 PM CDT 0 recs

get better please!!!

hopefully this kid makes a miraculous recovery and the cubs let him throw out the 1st pitch for one of our late october games. if you see us pleading up there harey—help this youngster out.

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by cubsluver22 on Jul 12, 2008 4:49 PM CDT 0 recs

eeesh...

Some foul balls get so much momentum off the bat it that it can sometimes be impossible to react in time.

GET WELL SOON, BUDDY!

DEROSA: How did it feel when you're sitting in Baton Rouge and it came across the ticker that Mark DeRosa had just signed to play second base with the Chicago Cubs.

THERIOT: In all honestly, when I saw it, I really felt like punching you right in the mouth and or breaking your leg.

by EJThunder on Jul 12, 2008 9:59 PM CDT 0 recs

My Own Deep Goat

Said a certain first baseman was also at the hospital today.

by MerigoldBowling on Jul 12, 2008 10:34 PM CDT 0 recs

That doesn't surprise me.

D-Lee is a genuinely good guy and he’s well aware of what can happen when your child has a serious medical problem. Good for him.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Jul 13, 2008 4:16 AM CDT up 0 recs

one more reason why I admire the man

We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez

by Emelie on Jul 13, 2008 6:38 AM CDT up 0 recs

Our Cubs this year a straight class.

I love it.

These are the saddest of possible words: "Tinker to Evers to Chance"

by slcathena on Jul 14, 2008 1:35 AM CDT up 0 recs

I don't know if we can get a BCB check and a card....

given to him Al, but I would be happy to mail you a check, if there is a way you or another BCB’er could get it to him in the hospital to let him and his family know there are a group of Cubs fans pulling for him and wanting to help and support.

Thoughts are with him and his family.

Good Guys Wear Blue

by Cubskingdom on Jul 12, 2008 11:46 PM CDT 0 recs

If anyone wants to do this...

... let’s see if we can make this happen.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Jul 13, 2008 4:17 AM CDT up 0 recs

Card

I could probably get a card to the family. A donation to Children’s in his name could be appropriate.

by MerigoldBowling on Jul 13, 2008 9:46 AM CDT up 0 recs

Well, Al, you know how I feel about BCB helping others....

Send me an email so we can get a check to you. Thanks.

I know I am not one of the “gang” here but I think that, besides me and my lovely wife, there are folks here with a little something laying around to pitch in and help. So, BCB’ers, lets get something going for young Dominic and his folks. Even insured, this is a MAJOR expense and I am sure all help would be appreciated.

The poem fails when it strays too far from the song, and the song fails when it strays too far from the dance ~ Ezra Pound

by crazymountain on Jul 13, 2008 10:28 AM CDT up 0 recs

You can email me using the link on the site.

Yes, you’re part of the “gang” here. Everyone is.

Thanks for all your thoughts. If there’s a donation, etc. I’ll contact the Cubs and find out who it should go to.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Jul 13, 2008 7:15 PM CDT up 0 recs

Wow, how horrible.

Just a kid trying to catch a Cubs game, and to have this happen. So sad. I really really hope he pulls through ok.

"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."

by californiachicagoan on Jul 13, 2008 1:14 AM CDT 0 recs

It was his first Cubs game

too…

"Why do you always point to the sky when Zambrano starts?" My girlfriend.

"You just wouldn't get it...it's a Cubs thing..." Me.

by cubs2k8isnxtyear on Jul 13, 2008 3:13 AM CDT 0 recs

here's a link

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080518&content_id=2723868&vkey=news_chc&fext=.jsp&c_id=chc

wheatfield mike down here in god's country

by wheatfield mike on Jul 13, 2008 8:30 AM CDT 0 recs

Glad to hear he

is doing better. Reading about it just breaks my heart. It was great for Ted and Derrek to visit him.

by sue369 on Jul 13, 2008 12:56 PM CDT 0 recs

flat out

a class act and very very admirable. i respect the hell out of the cubs players. they seem to be “human” time after time again. looking forward to seeing this kid in october and i believe my prayers will be answered.

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by cubsluver22 on Jul 13, 2008 5:13 PM CDT up 0 recs

If anyone has today's dead-tree edition of the Sun-Times...

... there were photos of Lilly and Lee leaving the hospital after their visit.

Classy move, and classy on the part of the team to give the kid all the memorabilia. I’m sure they’ll welcome him back to a game after he’s recovered.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Jul 13, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up 0 recs

The photos are also online.

Here.

by Fraggin Judge on Jul 13, 2008 9:05 PM CDT up 0 recs

Dominic is in the foreground.

Lee and Lilly, leaving the hospital:

Photos courtesy the Chicago Sun-Times

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by northsider on Jul 13, 2008 10:53 PM CDT up 0 recs