Athletics Prospect Injured in Scary Mid-Game Collision

Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko is recovering following surgery for a significant neck injury. Lasko, an outfielder for the Double-A affiliate Midland RockHounds, sustained a C6-C7 vertebra fracture during a collision with a teammate on Tuesday night in Frisco, Texas. The incident occurred as both players dove for a ball hit to right-center field.

Following the collision, Lasko remained motionless on the field and was subsequently stretchered off. He was transported to a local hospital where he underwent spinal decompression and stabilization surgery. The Athletics organization confirmed his stable condition and expressed gratitude to the on-field medical staff and first responders.

Team officials have stated their full support for Lasko and his family, with mental health professionals being made available to the Midland RockHounds players. The organization has requested privacy for the Lasko family and its players as recovery continues.