New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was carted off on a stretcher Thursday night following a terrifying collision with teammate Nolan McLean during a game against the Phillies at Citi Field.
Jared Young #29 of the New York Mets celebrates a solo home run during the second inning of a spring training game against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Fla., on Feb. 22, 2026. (Getty Images)
The play unfolded in the top of the sixth inning when the Phillies’ Justin Crawford grounded a slow roller up the first-base line. Both Young and McLean, the Mets’ starting pitcher, converged to field the ball.
As Young dove toward the grounder, McLean attempted to jump over his teammate.
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McLean’s knee made contact with what appeared to be the side of Young’s head during the play, sending Young face-down into the dirt. He lay there without moving for several moments.
Jared Young #29 of the New York Mets runs to second after hitting a double in the fifth inning during the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the New York Mets at Citi Field on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, in New York, N.Y. (MLB Photos via Getty Images)
Medical staff from the Mets dugout rushed onto the field to treat the 31-year-old infielder.
Trainers stabilized Young’s neck and evaluated him on the field before placing him on a stretcher.
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Young offered a positive sign to the Citi Field crowd as he was driven off the field, raising his thumb to give a thumbs-up as fans responded with a supportive ovation.
Mark Vientos replaced Young at first base when play resumed.
The Mets have not yet released an official medical update regarding Young’s status. The team is expected to provide further details following complete hospital evaluations and concussion testing.
Jared Young #29 of the New York Mets hits a double in the fifth inning during a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Citi Field on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, in New York, N.Y. (MLB Photos via Getty Images)
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