Athletics' Zack Gelof sues Tigers over injury at Comerica Park
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Key Points:
- Athletics third baseman Zack Gelof has filed a lawsuit against the Detroit Tigers, Ilitch Holdings, and the Detroit-Wayne County Stadium Authority, alleging a significant knee injury caused by an exposed metal fence at Comerica Park in July.
- The injury occurred during a July 9 game when Gelof collided with the exposed metal while attempting a sliding catch, resulting in a deep laceration beneath his right kneecap and a 30-day stint on the injured list.
- Gelof's complaint claims the metal fencing was dangerously sharp and inadequately protected, accusing the Tigers of failing to ensure player safety and causing him physical pain, medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress.
- After the injury, the Tigers installed padding in the affected area, and Tigers left fielder Riley Greene acknowledged the metal section was unforgiving during hard slides.
- The lawsuit seeks compensatory damages for medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, emotional harm, attorney fees, legal costs, and other relief allowed under Michigan law.
