ESPN reporter Jeff Passan suffers broken back after large tree falls on him-Josie Copson-Entertainment – Metro

Jeff Passan’s back was broken by a falling tree (Picture: ESPN)

ESPN baseball reporter Jeff Passan was struck by a tree while taking part in a cleanup in US’s Kansas City.

The 42-year-old was helping out following a storm when the unfortunate incident occurred.

Even with the injury, Jeff was able to see the funny side.

He wrote on Twitter ‘BREAKING: My back,’ with a longer description of exactly what happened.

‘During cleanup after a big storm in KC, a large tree limb decided to fall and crush me,’ he began.

‘The good news: I still have use of my arms, legs and Twitter fingers. The bad news: I have a broken back.’

Jeff is a respected sports journalist (Picture: Kevin D. Liles/Atlanta Braves/Getty Images)

Jeff then offered a medical update writing: ‘The vertebra fracture will heal. I will be better. I’m hoping the pain subsides between now and the trade deadline, though painkiller-fueled tweets could be a fun time.’

The trade deadline is August 1, and is the last point during the baseball season when players can be traded between teams so a busy time for Jeff!

Finally, he thanked his co-workers, loved ones and the medical staff, and added that he still wants to receive updates on baseball.

In a later tweet, he shared a photo of the tree that caused the injury.

(Picture: Twitter/Jeff Passan)

He called the tree a ‘culprit’ and once again showed his sense of humour by announcing plans to make a ‘bat’ out of the wood.

Jeff was sent well-wishes following the social media update, including from his colleagues including Cassidy Hubbarth who wrote: ‘So glad you’re doing okay! Safe and speedy recovery to you!’

‘So glad you’re okay, Jeff! Wishing you a speedy recovery,’ added Malika Andrews.

The Kansas City Star reported winds reached 100mph last Friday, with trees and power lines knocked over as a result of the extreme weather.

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