In October 2016, Atlanta Braves pitching prospect Matt Marksberry went in for a colonoscopy and woke up from a medically induced coma after suffering a seizure and collapsed lung.
While rehabbing his throwing shoulder, the then 26-year-old had experienced stomach pains for several days, prompting the exam. That’s when the more serious issues occurred, eventually leading to an abrupt end to Marksberry’s time as a major league pitcher.
Had a chance to catch up with former #Braves LHP Matt Marksberry (@SirLEFTYDuro) and get some insight into his comeback efforts in the @AtlanticLg after serious health issues halted his #MLB career.