Mets First Baseman Jared Young Suffers Concussion Symptoms After On-Field Collision
New York Mets first baseman Jared Young experienced concussion symptoms after a collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during a game. Young was carted off the field, but a CT scan was negative.
Bakersfield, CA, September 18, 2026 —
New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was removed from a recent game after sustaining concussion symptoms following a collision with pitcher Nolan McLean. The incident occurred during play, leading to Young being attended to by medical staff.
Following the collision, Young was transported off the field via cart. Medical personnel evaluated him for potential injuries, with a primary concern for concussion. He subsequently experienced symptoms consistent with a concussion.
An immediate diagnostic step was taken as Young underwent a CT scan. The results of this scan were reported as negative, indicating no structural damage or acute findings that are typically associated with more severe head injuries. However, the presence of concussion symptoms means Young will be monitored and undergo further evaluation according to standard concussion protocols.
The specific game in which this incident occurred, the date, and the opponent were not provided in the summary. Additionally, information regarding the timeline for Young’s potential return to play or his current status with the team was not detailed. The extent of the collision and the exact circumstances surrounding it were also not specified. Further updates on his condition are expected as he progresses through the concussion evaluation process.
Story summarized from the original created by JERRY BEACH, Associated Press on www.kget.com, see more information here.
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