Jun 3, 2024, 12:00 AM
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Orioles' Mateo put into concussion protocol after being hit by teammate's bat at on-deck circle

Highlights
  • Baltimore Orioles infielder Jorge Mateo was hit by a teammate's bat near the on-deck circle during a game.
  • Mateo was forced to leave the game and enter concussion protocol after the incident with Cedric Mullins.
  • The accident raised concerns about player safety in the baseball field.
Story

Baltimore Orioles players Cedric Mullins and Jorge Mateo had an accident during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Mullins accidentally hit Mateo in the head with his bat while warming up in the on-deck circle. Mateo had to leave the game due to a concussion. Mullins didn't see Mateo behind him when it happened. Mateo seemed okay when Mullins saw him later. Mateo had to go through concussion protocol after being hit by Mullins' bat during warm-up. Mullins didn't notice Mateo behind him and accidentally hit him. Mateo had to leave the game, and Ramón Urías replaced him at bat. The team is waiting for more tests to see how Mateo is feeling. Mullins had a busy day. He made a great catch in the outfield but struggled at the plate. He broke his bat in frustration after striking out. Mateo got a hit in his only at-bat, but the Orioles lost to the Rays 4-3. After the accident, Mateo had to be checked for a concussion. Mullins accidentally hit him with his bat while warming up. Mateo seemed fine later, but he had to leave the game. The team is waiting for more tests to check on Mateo's condition. Mullins had a tough day, making a good catch but struggling to hit the ball.

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