A Kansas man who claims he was hit in the eye with a flying hot dog at Kauffman Stadium is suing the Kansas City Royals for more than $25,000.
In a lawsuit filed earlier this month, John Coomer says he was attending a Royals game on September 8, 2009 when the team’s mascot, Sluggerrr, tossed a hot dog behind his back and struck him in the eye.
Coomer says he suffered serious injuries that included a detached retina and the development of cataracts in his left eye.
He says he has undergone two surgeries, suffered permanent impairment of his vision and is at a greater risk of future eye problems.
A Royals spokesman said Tuesday the team is not commenting on pending litigation.
