Baseball fan in critical condition after 21-foot fall from stands at Pirates-Cubs game

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

A man who fell 21 feet from the stands at PNC Park in Pittsburgh to the warning track on Wednesday night was in critical condition, officials said.

The incident occurred in the bottom of the seventh inning in right field on what is known as the Clemente Wall, in honor of Roberto Clemente. The man appeared to cheer Pirates star Andrew McCutchen’s two-run double when he flipped over the guardrail and down to the ground. He lay on his back as medical personnel rushed over to attend to him.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM

Baseball fan in critical condition after 21-foot fall from stands at Pirates-Cubs game

A fan is carted off the field at PNC Park after falling out of the stands during the seventh inning of a baseball game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs in Pittsburgh on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

“Tonight, during the seventh inning of the game at PNC Park, an adult male fell from the right field bleachers onto the field of play,” the Pirates said in a statement.

“Pittsburgh EMS, as well as the Pirates and Cubs training teams and other PNC Park personnel reacted and responded immediately and administered care. He was transported to Allegheny General Hospital. No further information is available at this time.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.”

Pittsburgh Public Safety later put out a statement on X.

“Pittsburgh Police VCU detectives are investigating after a male fell ~20 feet from the bleachers at PNC Park onto the field of play during the @Pirates game,” officials said.

“Pittsburgh EMS field medics treated him on scene until he could be transported to the hospital in critical condition.”

Baseball fan in critical condition after 21-foot fall from stands at Pirates-Cubs game

Medical teams tend to a fan at PNC Park after falling out of the stands during the seventh inning of a baseball game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs in Pittsburgh on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

YANKEES MAKE HOME RUN HISTORY WITH 3 CONSECUTIVE BLASTS TO BEGIN GAME VS ORIOLES

Pirates manager Derek Shelton and Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell were among those who alerted umpires of the situation during the play.

“Even though it’s 350 feet away or whatever it is, I mean the fact of how it went down and then laying motionless while the play is going on, I mean Craig saw it, I saw it. We both got out there,” Shelton said. “I think the umpires saw it because of the way it kicked. It’s extremely unfortunate. That’s an understatement.”

Cubs players were among those who took a knee as they watched the man get placed on a backboard and onto the medical cart.

“I didn’t see anything happen, but I saw (Counsell’s) face when he came out on the field, and I could tell that it was a very scary moment,” Cubs star Dansby Swanson said. “All we could do was just pray for a good, strong recovery for him and his family. I have never been part of something like that before and I hope I am never part of something like that again.

“It’s a humble reminder of the gratitude we should all have to play this game. Folks obviously come out to support us, and they are a big reason why we are able to do what we do. It’s obviously tough. At a time like that, you want (the fans) to know you love them.”

Baseball fan in critical condition after 21-foot fall from stands at Pirates-Cubs game

Dansby Swanson, #7, and Michael Busch, #29 of the Chicago Cubs, look on after a fan fell from the stands during the seventh inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on April 30, 2025 in Pittsburgh. (Joe Sargent/Getty Images)

McCutchen offered a prayer on X.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

“Truly hate what happened tonight,” he wrote. “Cant help but think about that guy, his family and friends. I pray tonight for him. Let us think about his loved ones and hug our families a little tighter tonight. I hope he pulls thru. May God Bless you all. Good night.”

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.

Related Posts

🚨UNREAL LIFE TURN: Andrew Toles’s journey from Dodgers prospect to something far beyond baseball is the kind of story you don’t see coming—where a devastating rotator cuff injury and a quiet promise from the organization changed everything. This isn’t just about what was lost… it’s about what was built in the aftermath, and the full impact of that moment still isn’t fully understood 👀👇👇👇

In 1980, the Los Angeles Dodgers drafted a hard-throwing right-hander named David Lesch with visions of him lighting up Dodger Stadium. Instead, a rotator cuff injury ended his professional…

🚨DODGERS HEARTBREAK & LOYALTY: Andrew Toles just shared a deeply emotional message—“They didn’t abandon me in my darkest days…”—and it’s leaving the entire baseball world silent. This isn’t just a tribute… it’s a story of loyalty, humanity, and a bond that goes far beyond the field, and once you understand everything behind it, this moment hits differently 👀👇👇👇

In a rare and deeply moving moment, former Los Angeles Dodgers player Andrew Toles reportedly sent a heartfelt tribute to the Dodgers organization and its fans –…

🚨RED SOX LEGEND SPEAKS FROM THE HEART: Don Orsillo just delivered an emotional message that has the entire baseball world pausing—hinting at health concerns and a possible farewell in 2026. This isn’t just another update… it’s a voice fans grew up with facing a deeply personal moment, and if this truly is the beginning of the end, MLB won’t sound the same again 👀👇👇👇

A voice that once brought laughter, emotion, and memories to millions of fans is now silenced by cryptic remarks about his health and future. Don Orsillo, the…

🚨RED SOX CHAOS TURNS INTO A MOMENT: Payton Tolle just earned his first MLB win in a wild, unpredictable night—and it might be the start of something much bigger than anyone expected. What looked like just another game suddenly feels like a turning point… and if this momentum builds, Boston may have quietly uncovered a new storyline to watch 👀👇👇👇

A seemingly ordinary baseball night turned into an unforgettable milestone for Payton Tolle – the young Boston Red Sox pitcher – as he officially won his first…

🚨 BREAKING: Mets Select Vidal Bruján to Bolster Roster, Eric Wagaman Designated for Assignment, Fans Speculate on How This Move Will Shift the Team’s Dynamics Amid a Crucial Stretch…ll 👇👇👇

NEW YORK — The New York Mets are addressing a critical void at shortstop by selecting Vidal Bruján to their active roster ahead of Sunday’s matchup against…

💔 EXCLUSIVE: Mets Manager Carlos Mendoza Pays Tribute to John Sterling After His Passing at 87, Remembering the Legendary Voice Who Defined a Generation, Fans Across MLB Reflect on His Iconic Calls and Enduring Legacy…ll 👇👇👇

NEW YORK — The sports world is mourning the loss of legendary New York Yankees radio announcer John Sterling, who passed away at the age of 87,…