Brewers' Keon Broxton Nailed In Face By Pitch — Credits Special Helmet For 'Saving My Life'

A scary scene unraveled on Thursday night as Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Keon Broxton was absolutely drilled in the face with a errant pitch by Colorado Rockies hurler Antonio Senzatela.

Thankfully, Broxton wears what is called a “C-flap” helmet, which has protection that runs down beneath a batter’s  frontside ear.

Broxton, who suffered a small nasal fracture but isn’t expected to land on the disabled-list, credited the extra protection for saving his life after the game.

In the clubhouse, Keon Broxton invited over cameras. He wants to get out the word to other MLB players: At least try the "C-flap" helmet. pic.twitter.com/mgAZv4B7Ve

— Adam McCalvy (@AdamMcCalvy) April 6, 2017

"That thing just saved my life." Why @KeonDDBroxton was smiling even though he had a wad of gauze up his nose: https://t.co/9F4G41EDRi pic.twitter.com/Ng9gxoGFKr

— Adam McCalvy (@AdamMcCalvy) April 7, 2017

“That thing just saved my life,” Broxton told reporters prior to encouraging all MLB players to at least give it a try.

Hopefully, some will…