Oakland A’s Give Update On Pitcher Chris Bassitt After He Took A Liner off The Head

Oakland A’s pitcher Chris Bassitt was the victim of a scary scene on Tuesday night when he took a line drive off the head during the game against the Chicago White Sox.

Bassitt would have to be carted off the field.

Chris Bassitt was down on the ground with trainers after being struck in the head by a line drive. He’s been carted off the field. pic.twitter.com/XUXHxF5TNk

— A's on NBCS (@NBCSAthletics) August 18, 2021

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While fans and media members have flocked to social media to spread thoughts and prayers for Chris Bassitt, the A’s have now sent an update on the pitcher.

According to the team, Bassitt is ‘conscious and aware’ and is currently en route to the hospital.

Chris Bassitt is conscious and aware, and is on his way to the hospital. We will provide additional information when possible.

— AthleticsPR (@AthleticsPR) August 18, 2021

Chris Bassitt was immediately met by manager Bob Melvin and the training staff following the scary moment, and his teammates were visibly shaken up after he left the field.

The Chicago White Sox were quick to send a message to Chris Bassitt.

Our thoughts are with Chris Bassitt and the @Athletics. 💚

— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) August 18, 2021

We’ll continue to monitor for updates on Chris Bassitt while he remains in all of our thoughts. What a terrible scene…

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