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07/27 13:55 CDT Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko says feeling in his legs
returning after collision with his teammate
Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko says feeling in his legs returning after
collision with his teammate
PLANO, Texas (AP) --- Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko, who broke his back in a
frightening collision with a minor league teammate four weeks ago, posted on
social media Monday he has made progress in his recovery and has regained some
feeling in his legs.
Lasko had surgery June 30 to address a fractured C6-C7 vertebra. Lasko collided
with Double-A Midland teammate Devin Taylor during a game in Frisco, Texas.
Both dove for a flyball, and Lasko remained motionless on the field after the
play.
"I'm currently feeling much better," Lasko wrote on X. "I have sensation from
my feet up to my knees, along with a lot of involuntary leg movements. I also
have been getting some sensation in the side of my thighs, hamstrings and back.
I currently have about 75% usage of my left hand and about 50% in my right.
"I'm very happy with my progress and once again, so very thankful for all the
love and support. It has continued to help me get up everyday and work my
hardest."
The 24-year-old Lasko was selected by the Athletics in the second round of the
2023 amateur draft from Rutgers. He was batting .209 with six homers, 34 RBIs
and a .635 OPS for Midland this season.
Lasko appeared in 13 games at Triple-A Las Vegas last year. He also played 21
games in the Arizona Fall League for promising prospects, batting .357 with
nine stolen bases.
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