Injury Report: Orioles’ Jorge Mateo Leaves Game Due to On-Deck Circle Incident
During a recent matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays, Jorge Mateo, the second baseman for the Baltimore Orioles, was forced to exit the game unexpectedly after a mishap in the on-deck circle. The Rays emerged victorious with a 4-3 win.
The incident took place in the fourth inning when Mateo, waiting to bat after teammate Cedric Mullins, stooped down to pick up an object while Mullins was practicing his swings. This resulted in an accidental collision of the bat with Mateo’s helmet, raising concerns about potential head or neck injuries. The entire incident was captured on video.
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