Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Marlins' Weathers Hit by Throw, Exits Game
Imagine a baseball pitcher getting accidentally hit in the head before a game.
That's what happened to Ryan Weathers of the Miami Marlins when his teammate threw a warm-up pitch.
He tried to keep playing but his pitching slowed down and he had to leave the game.
The accident made people think about protecting players, maybe even using helmets.
Although he said his brain felt scrambled, Weathers was okay, but the event led to discussions about safety in baseball.
Ryan Weathers was hit in the head during a warm-up by teammate Nick Fortes.
Weathers initially pitched after the incident but later left the game.
His fastball velocity decreased during the game.
The incident sparked discussions about player safety in baseball.
The Marlins won the game against the Rays in extra innings.
- Who
- Ryan Weathers and Nick Fortes of the Miami Marlins
- What
- Ryan Weathers was hit in the head by a warm-up throw.
- When
- During a warm-up before Saturday's game
- Where
- George M. Steinbrenner Field
- Why
- The incident raised concerns about player safety in baseball.
Player Safety Advocates
Baseball Tradition
Safety Measures
Player Safety Advocates
Advocates promote increased safety precautions, like pitcher helmets.
Baseball Tradition
Some favor maintaining traditional baseball practices.
- Players Involved
- Ryan Weathers, Nick Fortes
- Team
- Miami Marlins
- Event Location
- George M. Steinbrenner Field
- Game Result
- Marlins defeated Rays 11-10 (extra innings)
- Weathers' Fastball Drop
- 97.5 mph to 91-92 mph