Mets’ Young Hospitalized After Scary Collision

The update

Mets first baseman Jared Young was carted off the field Thursday night after a scary collision with teammate Nolan McLean during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The collision occurred when both players attempted to field a slow ground ball to first base, with McLean’s knee striking Young in the head. Young fell face first onto the infield dirt and lay on the field for an extended period before being placed on a backboard and taken from the field on a stretcher with his head and neck stabilized.

Why it matters

Young was taken to the hospital for further examination but had feeling in his extremities. Manager Andy Green confirmed that Young’s CT scan came back negative and he has full use of his extremities, though he’s experiencing “real concussion symptoms.” The injury raises concerns about player safety and communication on the field, particularly as the Mets navigate their playoff push.

What to watch

Young’s recovery timeline and availability for the remainder of the season. How the Mets will adjust their roster if Young needs significant time off. Whether MLB will review protocols to prevent similar collisions in the future.

Sources

• cbssports.com — Details about the collision, Young's condition, and manager's comments
• HITC — Fan reactions and additional context about the incident