# Cronenworth’s Vision Battle and Return | San Diego Padres News

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Published: 2026-07-02T18:28:24+00:00
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Jake Cronenworth’s comeback story is one for the books—after a brutal 97 mph fastball knocked him out with a concussion that caused one eye to lag behind the other, making pitch tracking nearly impossible, he battled through weeks of inconsistent vision and mental strain. Placed on the injured list in May, he underwent a grueling, unconventional rehab focused on eye muscle retraining. The turning point? A rehab assignment in Arizona where he faced live pitching and rediscovered his confidence—with a home run in his first at-bat. Now back with the Padres, his left-handed bat and elite defense are vital, and while his early stats weren’t flashy, his restored vision and disciplined recovery routine make this comeback not just inspiring, but essential for the team’s season. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/501124ecc420b8ef

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