In a tragic incident during a game at PNC Park, Kavan Markwood, a former student-athlete, fell from the 21-foot-high Clemente Wall while attending the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs game. The fall occurred just as Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen hit a two-run double in the seventh inning. The game was briefly paused to attend to Markwood, who was subsequently taken to a trauma center in critical condition.

The team and fans expressed deep concern, with Pirates owner Bob Nutting and McCutchen reflecting on the gravity of the situation. Markwood, recognized as a standout player at his school, had left a significant impact on his community. The accident has reignited discussions about safety measures at ballparks, as similar incidents have occurred in the past.