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Dodgers Prospect Kendall George Hurt While Avoiding Tulsa Bat Dog

The incident raises safety and handler‑protocol questions because George relies on his speed and no official injury update has been released.

Overview

  • Kendall George left a Double‑A Tulsa game after appearing to injure his leg when he dodged a bat‑retrieving dog that ran onto the field during play on Monday.
  • Video of the sequence circulated widely and shows George limping and visibly frustrated as Tulsa’s training staff removed him from the game.
  • George is a 2023 first‑round Dodgers pick who has hit .333 with a .814 OPS and 26 stolen bases this season, making any lower‑body issue especially consequential for his development.
  • Reporting and commentary have questioned the bat‑dog handler’s timing and the Drillers’ on‑field safety practices, though no official finding of fault has been announced.
  • What to watch next: team medical updates or a formal statement from the Drillers or Dodgers about George’s diagnosis and any changes to bat‑dog procedures.