A Yankees fan was injured when a chunk of concrete fell from the ceiling at Dodger Stadium during a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday. The incident occurred while Ricardo Aquino, who traveled from Mexico City, was seated in the top deck during the third inning. He reported that the falling piece, which was about the size of a baseball, struck him in the back.
Despite the pain, Aquino managed to continue watching the game, which the Dodgers won 8-5. After the incident, he applied an ice pack to his injury. The following day, Dodger Stadium officials responded by installing concrete netting in the area where the incident happened, specifically in Section 10.
Dodgers spokesperson Ally Salvage stated that professionals were brought in to assess the stadium’s safety. She mentioned that a longer-term review of the facility would also be conducted to ensure the safety of fans.
Opened in 1962, Dodger Stadium is the oldest Major League Baseball stadium west of the Mississippi River and the third oldest in the United States. It underwent a significant renovation before the 2020 season, which included updates to various facilities. However, concerns about aging infrastructure have been raised, especially in light of similar incidents at other historic stadiums like Wrigley Field and Fenway Park.
As the Dodgers prepare for their upcoming games, the focus remains on fan safety, ensuring that no further incidents occur in the future.