OAKLAND -- Astros leadoff man George Springer exited Thursday's contest against the A's after being hit by a pitch from Oakland right-hander Jesse Hahn during the game's first plate appearance.
The pitch, just the fifth of the game, appeared to hit Springer's left arm, before he collapsed to the ground and received a visit from Astros manager A.J. Hinch, teammate Josh Reddick and the training staff. Springer stayed on the ground for a few minutes before walking off the field and back toward the Houston clubhouse.
Springer was replaced on the basepaths by pinch-runner Jake Marisnick, who also took over his spot in center field.