In a recent game in Minnesota, veteran umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was injured when he was struck in the face by a line drive foul ball off the bat of Tyrone Taylor. This incident occurred in the seventh inning, causing immediate concern from players on the field. Wendelstedt, who is serving in his 28th Major League season, was down briefly as medical staff attended to him. He managed to leave the field under his own power, holding a towel against his head, while the game continued with adjustments to the umpire crew.
'Veteran umpire Hunter Wendelstedt had to leave the game after being struck in the face by a line drive foul ball during the seventh inning.'
'Wendelstedt was down for a minute while medical staff tended to him, allowing him to slowly walk off the field.'
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