Juan Uribe Jokes He Doesn't Wear Cup Because Trainers Don't Have His Size

Juan Uribe takes all below-the-belt matters seriously.

For example, the Cleveland Indians third baseman took a 106 mph ground ball to the groin Sunday against the Los Angeles Angels. Serious.

His subsequent testicular contusion? Very serious.

So why then was prior protection, namely a cup, not given the same substantial consideration?

In short, it was. Per STO's Andre Knott, Uribe said trainers simply couldn't offer him one in his size.

Disbelievers need not be doubtful. As with the rest of this situation, Uribe is—well, you already know.

[Twitter, h/t Sports Illustrated]