During the Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates game Wednesday night, a fan fell 21 feet from the top of the right field wall and landed on the warning track at PNC Park.
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That is, this occurred when the crowd erupted from Andrew McCutchen's two-run double in the 7th inning to put the Pirates up, 4-3,
HOLY SH*T: A Pirates fan was seriously injured after falling over the upper deck wall at PNC Park 😳
— Kicks (@kicks) May 1, 2025
The shirtless fan seemed to have gotten up out of his seat in excitement for the play, yet catapulted himself over the railing, flipping three times in mid-air before falling to the ground.
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Discussions For Fans At Heights pic.twitter.com/W4HPbPaTsC— LoveX3 (@3xLooove) May 1, 2025
This left the players speechless as many from the dugout pointed out the motionless fan in the outfield.
The Pirates dugout immediately demanding help for the fan that fell.
Look for the helpers. I cannot express how much I hope they are OK. pic.twitter.com/G4MFctsGkH
— Platinum Ke’Bryan (@PlatinumKey13) May 1, 2025
Emergency first responders and trainers from both teams rushed onto the scene, as the 30-year-old male was put on a stretcher.
He was later taken to Allegheny General Hospital, and reportedly is now in critical condition with a skull fracture (per Jennifer Borrasso of KDKA).
#BREAKING: Fan seriously injured after falling from right center field wall onto the warning track at PNC Park during Pirates Cubs game. @KDKA pic.twitter.com/81WohnOKDL
— Ian Smith (@ismithKDKA) May 1, 2025
To note, a second fan also was seen jumping from a lower section onto the field to help the injured guy, as he seemingly was a friend.
— Cam (@noremacback) May 1, 2025
All in all, there was approximately 10 minutes of stoppage time. While everyone look shocked at what transpired, multiple players were seen bowing in prayer, as McCutchen held a cross that hung from his neck when the fan was taken off the field.
Ultimately, Pittsburgh Public Safety officials have announced the fall is under investigation, but it seems as this may be a case of an accident influenced by alcohol.
Please stop spreading fake news that the fan at PNC park “jumped” intentionally. He was drunk, got up to celebrate the Pirates hit, and unfortunately fell over. Also the fan is in critical condition with a skull fracture, from Jennifer Borrasso of KDKA. pic.twitter.com/nSAcsNv4uo
— BimmyBimmy (@BimmyBimmyBoo) May 1, 2025
Pirates manager Derek Shelton spoke on this incident after the game.
"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 [Counsell- Cubs Manager] saw it, I saw it. We both got out there," Shelton said.
"It's extremely unfortunate. That's an understatement."
McCutchen released a statement on X, as he noted he is praying for the injured fan.
"Truly hate what happened tonight," McCutchen 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."
Thoughts and prayers for the man and his family.
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