The L.A. Dodgers fan who had a horrific firework accident in the course of the World Sequence has undergone a number of procedures to fix his hand … however regardless of the unlucky occasion, he tells TMZ Sports activities he is staying optimistic via all of it.
We spoke with Kevin King contemporary off his fourth surgical procedure after the DTLA incident that value him his pointer and center finger on his left hand … and he’s grateful it wasn’t worse.
“When you’re solely shedding a few fingers, don’t be concerned about it,” he stated. “Grateful it wasn’t my face, eye or ears.”
Whereas he hopes the fourth surgical procedure is his final … there’s a probability he might want to go below the knife as soon as once more.
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The 25-year-old stated he has tried to achieve out to the Dodgers via their social media pages … however has but to listen to again.
He has, although, had a ton of help from strangers on-line. King stated somebody he had by no means met earlier than — who had a firework accident of their very own — reached out to supply help and provides recommendation on how one can overcome the scenario.
King additionally expressed appreciation for everybody who has donated to his GoFundMe … saying the donations have not gone unnoticed.
Ultimately, King stated he is not in search of sympathy from anybody … however hopes to serve for instance to others — and go away the fireworks to the professionals.