A cameraman at Yankee Stadium was injured when he was struck in the head by a wild throw from Baltimore Orioles rookie shortstop Gunnar Henderson. The incident occurred during the fifth inning of the game, as Henderson attempted to complete a double play but instead fired the ball high to first base. The cameraman, Pete Stendel of YES Network, who was positioned near the Yankees’ dugout on the first-base side, was conscious but required further tests at a local hospital after being hit. The network did not provide any updates regarding his condition.
Concern and Support from Players
Following the game, Henderson expressed his concern for the injured cameraman, stating that he hoped he was alright. He also expressed gratitude towards those who rushed to help him. The game was delayed for approximately 17 minutes as the Yankees’ athletic training staff and medical personnel attended to Stendel. Both teams, including Henderson, watched with evident concern as he received assistance.
Yankees outfielder Jake Bauers described the incident as “scary” and conveyed the collective thoughts of the players, expressing hope for the cameraman’s recovery. Stendel was eventually strapped onto a stretcher and driven off the field, acknowledging the crowd’s applause with a gesture of two raised fingers.
Scary Scene for Onlookers
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who witnessed the incident, described it as “very scary.” He mentioned the potential danger of falling backward in addition to the impact of the ball hitting Stendel. Boone expressed relief that the cameraman appeared coherent as he was being taken off the field, but emphasized the gravity of the situation and his hopes for a positive outcome. Baltimore manager Brandon Hyde also shared his concern and described the incident as “awful” to witness.
Henderson Reflects on the Incident
When asked about the incident, Henderson acknowledged that he felt shaken up by what had occurred. However, he also emphasized that accidents can happen while playing the game and expressed his sympathy for the injured cameraman.
A cameraman at Yankee Stadium sustained an injury when he was hit in the head by a wild throw from Baltimore Orioles rookie shortstop Gunnar Henderson. The incident caused a delay in the game as the injured cameraman received medical attention. Players from both teams expressed their concern and support for the cameraman, hoping for a positive outcome. Henderson, the player responsible for the throw, reflected on the incident and expressed his regret.
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