Saturday, September 3, 2022

Injury - Mark Ripperger Exits in 9th Inning of Marlins-Braves

HP Umpire Mark Ripperger left Saturday's #Marlins-#Braves game in Atlanta after a foul ball to the forehead.

In the top of the 9th inning, with two out and two on, Marlins batter Miguel Rojas fouled a 2-2 cutter from Braves pitcher Kenley Jansen into Ripperger's traditional-style facemask.

2B Umpire and Crew Chief Dan Bellino replaced Ripperger behind home plate for the remainder of the game, with 1B Umpire Junior Valentine and 3B Umpire Cory Blaser remaining in the field as the umpires completed the game with a crew of three.

Relevant Injury History: There is no recent history of head trauma for Mark Ripperger.

Last Game: September 3 | Return to Play: TBD | Time Absent: TBD | Video as follows:

Alternate Link: Ripperger leaves Marlins-Braves after foul ball injury in the 9th (MIA/ATL)

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