Tigers Announcer Injured In Post Game Crash

Fans of the Detroit Tigers and the University of Michigan lost their public address voice for one game on Saturday night. Zach Linfield, who calls games for both teams, was injured when another vehicle collided with his car. The accident occurred in Ann Arbor shortly after the Wolverines finished their matchup against the Michigan State Spartans.

The crash deployed the airbags in Linfield's vehicle. He stated that the bags struck him with force during the impact. The sudden deployment resulted in bruises, chemical burns, and injuries to his fingers. He did not report any other major trauma in his initial update to followers.

Linfield described the sequence of events in a post on X on Sunday. He noted that a driver hit him after the game concluded. The timeline places the incident on the night of Nov. 7. He spent the following hours receiving medical attention. He walked out of the hospital at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Nov. 8.

Local emergency responders assisted Linfield after the collision. He specifically thanked Canton police and paramedics for their help. They worked to extract him from the damaged vehicle. He described the night as long but maintained that he remained in good spirits.

Linfield posted the update to reassure the community. He acknowledged the well wishes he received from fans and colleagues. He closed his message with a nod to both his employers, urging fans to continue cheering. He ended the post with the phrases "Go Blue and Go Tigers."

Information regarding the other driver involved in the crash was not immediately available. Authorities have not released details about the specific circumstances of the collision. It was also unclear whether the other driver sustained injuries. Linfield's team has not announced a return date to the broadcast booth.

The incident highlights the unpredictable nature of post game travel. Many local broadcasters drive to and from stadium lots in the hours following a game. Linfield's injury adds to a list of rare accidents that occur in the parking areas surrounding major sporting venues. He plans to see fans again soon according to his own account.