Guardians' Austin Hedges Out With Fifth Concussion

Cleveland Guardians catcher Austin Hedges was placed on the seven-day concussion injured list following a head injury from a backswing by Jazz Chisholm Jr. during a game on June 5, which is the fifth concussion of Hedges' Major League career. Guardians manager Stephen Vogt stressed that the team is prioritizing Hedges' health and exercising extreme caution due to his history of concussions. Hedges, known for his defense and leadership, experienced persistent symptoms after the incident. To fill his roster spot, the Guardians promoted Dom Nuñez from Triple-A Columbus, and Andrew Walters was moved to the 60-day injured list to clear a 40-man roster spot. Vogt, a former catcher, emphasized the seriousness of repeated head injuries and the club's commitment to player safety. The incident highlights the risk of concussions for catchers and the need for vigilant management in professional sports.