After receiving a line drive to the face at 100.6 mph on Friday at PNC Park against the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Yankees relief pitcher Anthony Misiewicz was placed on the concussion disabled list on Saturday. Later that night, after completing diagnostic testing, he was discharged from a nearby hospital.

The 28-year-old Misiewicz went to the team hotel, thinking the worst was over, but on Saturday he began having concussion-related symptoms. It has been confirmed by Yankees manager Aaron Boone that the reliever is doing OK.

Boone stated on Saturday, “I saw Anthony last night when he got back from the hospital.” I was permitted to pay a visit to his quarters. He seemed happy and upbeat. It sounded fine and looked fine too. There’s little doubt that he’s experiencing some discomfort today due to his concussion. But I think he’s holding up rather well, all things considered.

I expect to see him over here in a few minutes. I expect to see the doctor here again tomorrow, and then once we return to New York, he will undergo a battery of additional tests and consult with our medical staff.

Ji Hwan Bae, an infielder for the Pirates, hit a line drive that ricocheted off Misiewicz’s left ear and went to right field.

Misiewicz fell on the ground and began bleeding heavily, but he remained aware and attentive until he was helped to his feet and the diamond was removed from the scene.

As he departed the field, he bragged to his teammates, “I thought I threw a pretty good curveball.”

After being promoted from Triple-A over the weekend, Misiewicz was making his third appearance with the Yankees.

To replace Misiewicz in the bullpen, the Yankees brought up Ian Hamilton from the 15-day injured list.