Oakland Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko remains in stable condition after undergoing spinal surgery on Tuesday night. The procedure addressed a fractured C6-C7 vertebra sustained during a Double-A game in Frisco, Texas, where he played for the Midland RockHounds.
The injury occurred when Lasko and teammate Devin Taylor collided while attempting to catch a fly ball. Both players dove for the ball, and Lasko was left motionless on the field immediately after the play. Dr. Jonathan Poggi performed the spinal decompression and stabilization operation at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.
Athletics general manager David Forst issued a statement Wednesday confirming the organization’s support for Lasko and his family. Forst noted he has been in contact with Lasko’s mother, Patti, to convey the team’s thoughts and prayers. He also thanked Midland athletic trainers Noah Huff and Audy Merrick for their immediate response, along with the Frisco RoughRiders staff and local paramedics.
Forst expressed encouragement regarding medical updates from Dr. Poggi and stated the team would dedicate its medical resources to Lasko’s recovery. Player development director Ed Sprague is traveling to Frisco to provide counseling to players affected by the incident.
