Ryan Lasko recovering from surgery after scary collision in Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 1:30 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Ryan Lasko, the 18th prospect for the Oakland Athletics, is recovering from surgery following a collision with teammate Devin Taylor during a game in Frisco, Texas. Lasko sustained injuries that required spinal decompression and stabilization of a fractured C6-C7 vertebra. He expressed optimism on social media about his recovery journey. Lasko previously had a distinguished career at Rutgers University, where he set multiple records and became a standout player. The recovery process is expected to be lengthy, but Lasko hopes to return to the field soon.
- •Ryan Lasko collided with Devin Taylor while pursuing a ball.
- •Surgery involved spinal decompression and stabilization.
- •Lasko was selected 41st overall by the Athletics in 2023 MLB Draft.
- •He set records during his three-year career at Rutgers.
- •Lasko aims to return to baseball after recovery.
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Shore MLB prospect after frightening injury 'on the road to recovery'
"Oakland Athletics' prospect Ryan Lasko - who starred at Jackson Memorial and Rutgers University - said he is "doing well and on the road to recovery"
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