Jared Young injury updates: Latest news on Mets first baseman after being carted off field vs. Phillies

Mets first baseman Jared Young left Thursday's game against the Phillies in a scary moment at Citi Field.

After a collision with pitcher Nolan McLean near first base, Young took a knee to the head, leaving him laying on the ground.

Young gave a thumbs-up to the home crowd as he was taken off the field on a stretcher.

Here's the latest on Young after being carted off on Thursday night.

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Jared Young injury updates

With Justin Crawford at the plate taking pitches from McLean in the top of the sixth at Citi Field, the Phillies outfielder sent a dribbling ground ball down the first-base line. McLean chased after it, while Young went to the bag.

However, at the last second, Young dove to try to grab the ball while still touching first base for the force out — but McLean's knee went into his head in the process.

McLean went crashing to the ground, while Young appeared to be motionless on the ground for a moment.

Really scary scene right now at Citi Field. Jared Young is in the process of being carted off after accidentally being struck full force in the head by Nolan McLean on this play. He appeared to be out cold for a moment following the play. pic.twitter.com/UnjheoAzIG

— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) September 18, 2026

McLean was unable to avoid contact with Young's head as the first baseman dove to the ground:

Mets first basemen Jared Young just got kneed in the temple. Hope he’s okay! pic.twitter.com/vriqySUgvY

— Scape Goat (@thewildone27) September 18, 2026

Young had to be taken off the field on a stretcher, but did give Mets fans a good sign by offering a thumbs up.

— SNY (@SNYtv) September 18, 2026

McLean returned to the mound after the play, though he was visibly shaken. Mark Vientos replaced Young at first base.