A's Prospect Ryan Lasko Undergoes Spinal Surgery After C6-C7 Fracture, Lacks Feeling in Legs
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 2
A's Prospect Ryan Lasko Undergoes Spinal Surgery After C6-C7 Fracture, Lacks Feeling in Legs
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 2
Summary
Ryan Lasko, the Athletics' No. 18 prospect, is in stable condition after spinal decompression and stabilization surgery for a C6-C7 vertebra fracture suffered Tuesday.
The 24-year-old outfielder lost feeling in his legs after colliding with Double-A Midland teammate Devin Taylor while chasing a ball in the gap.
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano surgeon Jonathan Poggi said the hope is Lasko will regain feeling, though recovery could take significant time.
Mark Kotsay said doctors did not rule out recovery in Lasko's lower body, calling it an emotional period for his family, teammate and team.
Lasko was a 2023 second-round pick out of Rutgers and spent time in the A's major league spring camp this year.