New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier might want to take a moment to thank his lucky stars after suffering through extreme concussion symptoms and coming out on the other side unscathed.
Frazier detailed his experience, and he mentions feeling like he was in “a state of euphoria,” according to the New York Post. The year was full of up-and-down memories and experiences for the Yankees, but Frazier doesn’t remember portions of it. His suffered from short term memory loss and still can’t recall some events that occurred in 2018.
“I felt like I wasn’t physically there, like something I couldn’t get out of. I was scared,†he said on Tuesday. “There were times I’d be driving like I was on auto-pilot or something. I’d look around and think, ‘How did I get here?’ â€
The return of Red Thunder:
Despite the scary mirage that draped itself over the young speed-hitter, his services are being called upon by the men in Pinstripes. The attributes that once made him an appealing prospect seem to be present, and he’s confident that his health won’t be an issue moving forward.
Frazier will have the opportunity to beat out veteran left-fielder Brett Gardner for the starting spot, and his youth certainly gives him the advantage.
Clint Frazier must be careful:
“You ever been on a treadmill, going really fast, and then suddenly hop off?†Frazier asks. “There’s that brief moment when you don’t really feel your feet. That’s what I felt like all the time.â€
The Yankees need to ensure that he’s back to full health and is ready for the work-load ahead. Compromising his health and restarting the symptoms again would be catastrophic.
Hopefully, he returns with no limitations and can make a difference on the starting team right off the bat.