Oakland Athletics pitcher Chris Bassitt was carted off the field in the second inning of tonight's game against the Chicago White Sox after being hit in the head by a line drive. The A's took to Twitter to update concerned fans on Bassitt's status writing:
Chris Bassitt is conscious and aware, and is on his way to the hospital. We will provide additional information when possible.
A's manager Bob Melvin said Bassitt never lost consciousness, following the game. The A's lost 9-0.
"We don't think the eye is a problem at this point. It felt like it was below it. He's got some cuts that [need] some stitches," said Melvin, who took no questions. "He's in a scan and we'll know more about potential fractures tomorrow."
Bassitt, 32, immediately fell to the ground after being hit in the face by the ball, which came off White Sox center fielder Brian Goodwin's bat at 100.1 mph.
Teammates as well as the A's training staff rushed to his aid at the mound. Immediately following hit, Bassitt remained down on the ground for several minutes. He was helped onto a golf cart and taken off the field with a towel covering his face as staff walked alongside him.
Prayers up for Bassitt!