Bryce Harper will indeed undergo surgery on his fractured left thumb, according to a report.
Harper will return after six weeks or so. He was scheduled to meet with specialists in Philadelphia early this week.
He suffered the injury Saturday night against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Harper took a 97-mph Blake Snell fastball to the hand and exited the game immediately.
\"Things happen for a reason,\" Harper said. \"Everybody says that. This reason sucks right now, but at the same time, it is what it is. I\'ve got to be positive. I\'ve got to be positive for the guys in here. I know they\'ll pick up the slack. I\'m just really bummed for the organization, the guys, the city of Philadelphia, the fans. I love running out there and playing every day. Definitely bummed.\"