Hockey style explosion

[conbo61]

I am shocked they let him stay in the game.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/more-sports/texas-aandm-catcher’s-mask-explodes-after-being-pelted-by-foul-ball/ar-AAgWQtK?li=BBnba9I

[maineump]

And these are safer than traditional masks why?

[maven]

I suspect that helmet had been altered somehow, or else defective. I don't think that's possible with an unaltered helmet.

[maineump]

18 minutes ago, maven said:

I suspect that helmet had been altered somehow, or else defective. I don't think that's possible with an unaltered helmet.

That is why they have to be painted by someone who is approved by the manufacturer. Some of the paints can soften or hurt the material. My brother was a hockey goalie, and it was a big deal to find someone who was 'authorized'.

[stkjock]

I was watching this game, it was crazy the way the mask explodes and F2 stumbles around.  I was very surprised  that he didn't seem to undergo any concussion protocol.  

[Minnz]

I find it odd that he went to the two piece after.

[stkjock]

3 hours ago, Minnz said:

I find it odd that he went to the two piece after.

He had the hockey style back an inning or two later.  I think it was just a matter of what was on hand immediately. 

[tiger49]

On 12/06/2016 at 7:43 PM, maven said:

I suspect that helmet had been altered somehow, or else defective. I don't think that's possible with an unaltered helmet.

It is an older model Easton Stealth they are made of ABS plastic, not the strongest of pastics used in the equipment industry. 

I highly doubt that it has been altered in any way. The equipment managers at the major colleges are all certified through AEMA, and would risk an athlete's safety like that.