Miami Marlins' Daniel Castano hit in head by 104-mph liner, mildly concussed

CINCINNATI -- Daniel Castano was hit on the forehead by a 104-mph line drive off the bat of Donovan Solano in the first inning of the Miami Marlins' 7-6 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday.

The 27-year-old left-hander fell to the field on his knees and held a hand to his head as catcher Jacob Stallings, manager Don Mattingly and athletic trainers went to the mound to check on him. Castano did not appear to lose consciousness, and the door on the outfield fence opened as a cart prepared to enter the field.

Castano rose to his feet about 90 seconds later and left the field under his own power, a towel draped over his neck, after Solano walked over, put a hand on his shoulder and spoke with the pitcher. The Marlins said Castano has a mild concussion and a bruised forehead and would be further evaluated.

The ball was hit so hard it caromed to third baseman Joey Wendle, who caught it for the out.

Castano faced just five batters before getting hurt. He is 2-7 in 17 starts and five relief appearances in his big league career. He was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville to make the start.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.