Midland Rockhounds outfielder Ryan Lasko is recovering from spinal surgery after sustaining a serious injury during a minor league baseball game in Frisco, Texas. Frisco is located approximately 12 miles west of McKinney.
The incident occurred in the bottom of the third inning on Tuesday. Lasko collided head-first with a teammate while attempting to catch a ball. He did not move immediately after the impact and received on-site treatment from stadium medical personnel before being transported to a hospital.
Lasko, who is a prospect in the Oakland Athletics organization, was diagnosed with a fracture of the C6-C7 vertebra. He underwent spinal decompression and stabilization surgery overnight. Medical updates indicate that he is currently in stable condition.
Oakland Athletics General Manager David Forst communicated with Lasko’s mother, Patti, to convey the organization’s support. Forst stated that the entire system is keeping the family in their thoughts and prayers. He noted that the team is encouraged by medical reports and will direct all available resources toward Lasko’s recovery.
The Frisco Roughriders also released a statement on social media expressing their support for Lasko and the Rockhounds organization. Following the game, players from both teams gathered in a prayer circle.
