Baseball Player Claims

Common Injuries in Professional Baseball

Baseball players are especially prone to injuries caused by repetition, high velocity, and sudden movements. We’ve worked with players who suffered:

• Rotator cuff tears and labrum injuries
• UCL tears requiring Tommy John surgery
• Herniated discs and spinal compression
• Hamstring, quad, or groin pulls
• Meniscus and ACL tears from sudden stops or pivots
• Chronic hand, wrist, and elbow inflammation
• Concussions from collisions, hit-by-pitches, or wall impacts
• Overuse injuries from year-round play in minor leagues or winter ball

Even “non-catastrophic” injuries can shorten or end a baseball career if they go untreated — or if players feel pressured to return too soon.

Do You Qualify for a Colorado Workers’ Comp Claim?

You may be eligible to file in Colorado if:

• You played for a Colorado-based MLB or minor league team (including affiliates)
• Your injury occurred in a game or practice within the state
• You resided or rehabbed in Colorado during your recovery
• You were under contract with a Colorado organization when the injury occurred

Even if your injury happened in another state, Colorado jurisdiction may still apply depending on the terms of your contract and team structure. We’ll review your agreement and advise you on the strongest path forward.

What Benefits Can Injured Baseball Players Receive?

If your claim is accepted, you may be eligible for:

• Full coverage for medical care related to your injury
• Wage replacement during time off — including missed seasons
• Permanent partial disability benefits for long-term loss of ability
• Travel reimbursement for treatment
• Career transition support or vocational retraining if needed

Colorado workers’ comp law applies even if you’re released, traded, or retired — you still have a right to recover what you’re owed.

Why Pro Baseball Players Choose Kaplan Morrell

You’ve sacrificed for your sport. We’re here to make sure your body — and your future — are protected after the game.

Kaplan Morrell understands:

• The pressure to stay quiet about injuries
• The career-ending impact of delayed treatment
• The business side of pro baseball
• The need for confidentiality and clarity during recovery

You won’t deal with layers of bureaucracy or paralegals you’ve never met. With us, you get personal attention, honest advice, and a team that’s won for other professional athletes just like you.

“I thought filing a claim meant I’d be blacklisted. Kaplan Morrell helped me navigate the process quietly and professionally. I got help without risking my next move.” — Former Minor League Pitcher, Colorado

What to Do After a Baseball Injury

1. Report your injury immediately — to team medical staff, management, or your trainer
2. Document how and when it happened (game, practice, lifting session, etc.)
3. Get an independent medical opinion if necessary
4. Call Kaplan Morrell for a confidential consultation about filing in Colorado

Take Care of Your Health — On and Off the Field

Your contract has an end date — but your health doesn’t. At Kaplan Morrell, we help MLB and minor league players protect what matters most after a career-altering injury.

📞 Contact us now for a free consultation. Serving athletes in Denver, Colorado Springs, and beyond.