Jared Young Has Full Use Of Extremities
Key Points:
- New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was knocked unconscious in a collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during the Mets-Phillies game, leading to his carting off the field and hospital evaluation.
- Interim manager Andy Green reported that Young has full use of his extremities and a negative CT scan, though he is experiencing significant concussion symptoms.
- The injury occurred in the sixth inning when Young and McLean collided while attempting to field a slow roller, resulting in McLean's leg hitting Young's head.
- Young’s season is expected to end due to the concussion, with further updates anticipated from the Mets in the coming days.
- At 31, Young has been a valuable player for the Mets this season, batting .266 with nine home runs, and is projected to compete for a bench role if fully healthy by next spring.