Pittsburgh Pirates fan Kavan Markwood is making strides in his recovery ... as he took his first steps since last week's terrifying incident at PNC Park, his loved ones announced on Monday.
The update was posted on the GoFundMe page created to raise money for his medical bills and the "financial hardships that this family is experiencing right now."
Jennifer Phillips -- the fundraiser's organizer -- shared the news of Kavan regaining the ability to walk .