Article: McCann Leaves Game After Collision

Braves all-star C Brian McCann left yesterday's game against the Phillies with a mild concussion after Shane Victorino ran him over in the sixth inning.

X-rays were negative and McCann will be re-evaluated today.

It appeared Victorino collided into McCann helmet to mask. McCann stayed down for a couple minutes before walking off the field on his own. There was no immediate word on McCann's injury.

Victorino scored on Ryan Howard's single to right field, jarring the ball loose upon making impact.

It's the second time this season a Phillies player injured a catcher with a collision at the plate. Cardinals C Yadier Molina suffered a mild concussion after getting knocked over by Eric Bruntlett ...

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