Catcher Payton Henry hit in the head with baseball bat during Bisons game

BUFFALO, N. Y. (WIVB) -- Sources confirmed to News 4 that a Bisons catcher was hit in the head by a baseball bat in Syracuse Friday night during the Bisons-Mets game.

During the seventh inning, Payton Henry was hit in the back of the head after a follow through swing. The game was called immediately.

It was reported that Henry was stretchered off the field and transported to a nearby hospital by ambulance.

The Bisons say Payton is alert and appropriately responsive.

The team will provide updates as they become available.