Winnipeg Goldeyes Catcher Fractures Skull During Away Game

Winnipeg Goldeyes catcher, Dustin Richardson, was taken away by stretcher last night during a game against the Joliet JackHammers in Joliet, IL. Richardson was struck in the head by the backswing of a bat held by JackHammers slugger Juan Diaz. The hit caused Richardson to lose consciousness, but he later regained it before being taken off the field.

Richardson suffered a fractured skull and was expected to be in hospital overnight for observation.

Chris D dot ca spoke to Russell Wahrman, Dustin’s uncle, who tells us that Richardson’s mother and grandmother both flew out to Joliet, IL this morning.

According to Russell Wahrman, doctors ran MRI scans and other tests today. Richardson is also suffering from a sore neck and shoulder and at the recommendation of physicians, will not be able to travel or play ball for at least a month. There is also no need for any surgery at this point.

via ChrisD.ca