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MLB Umpire Nick Mahrley Injured by Broken Bat During Yankees-Rockies Game

Mahrley was carted off the field and is undergoing medical evaluation after being struck in the neck by a piece of Giancarlo Stanton's bat.

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Aug 25, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA;  Home plate umpire Nick Mahrley (48) is checked on after getting hit by a broken bat in the fifth inning during the game between Colorado Rockies and New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
Home plate umpire Nick Mahrley (48) is carted off the field after getting hit by a broken bat in the fifth inning during the game between Colorado Rockies and New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.

Overview

  • The incident occurred in the fifth inning when Stanton's bat shattered on a hit to left field.
  • Mahrley was immediately attended to by medical personnel and placed in a neck brace.
  • The game was paused for nearly 16 minutes as Mahrley received treatment and was taken off the field.
  • Crew chief Marvin Hudson took over home plate duties for the remainder of the game.
  • Mahrley has been a full-time MLB umpire since 2023, with prior experience in the minor leagues.