A scary moment unfolded Wednesday night at Kauffman Stadium.
In the fourth inning, Kansas City Royals starter Seth Lugo was hit in the head by a 106.6 mph line drive off the bat of Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo.
Lugo immediately fell to the ground. The baseball ricocheted into right field as Royals manager Matt Quatraro and the training staff raced to the mound.
Nimmo also came over to check on his former New York Mets’ teammate. Lugo was able to make it to his feet. He had a sizable lump on his forehead as he walked off the field under his own power.
The Royals inserted right-handed pitcher Mason Black into the game. Prior to the injury, Lugo had allowed three hits in 3 ⅓ innings. He issued one walk and recorded two strikeouts.
This season, the Royals have dealt with key pitching injuries. KC starters Cole Ragans and Kris Bubic are currently sidelined with elbow injuries. Meanwhile, top relievers Carlos Estévez and Nick Mears are also on the injured list.
Lugo entered play with a 2-4 record and 3.91 ERA.
This report will be updated.
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