Chipper Jones And Other Career Ending Injuries

Of our elaborate plans, the end. Of everything that stands, the end. No safety or surprise, the end. I’ll never look into your eyes…again. -The Doors
Public Service Announcement: On Tuesday night, as he turned to throw across his body after fielding a ground ball up the third base line by the Astros’ Hunter Pence, Chipper Jones injured his knee. He tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee and is facing season-ending surgery. Perhaps even career ending surgery. Behind Hank Aaron, Chipper is the best player the Atlanta Braves have ever had. Behind Mike Schmidt, Chipper is the best hitting third baseman baseball has ever seen. His loss is a loss to us all. Chipper Jones wanted to go out on his terms. He’s not the only one. In light of this revoltin’ development, lets have a look at some other career ending injuries. Shall we? Sure we shall: Read More »





