Guardians manager Terry Francona advised by doctors to stay away from ballpark after hospitalization

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Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona has been advised by doctors to stay away from the ballpark and rest for a few days after he was hospitalized following an episode of lightheadedness before a game.

Francona, who has had significant health issues in recent years, spent Tuesday night at The University of Kansas Health System and was released Wednesday. The team said tests on the 64-year-old Francona all "came back within normal ranges."

Francona began feeling ill Tuesday shortly before the series opener against the Royals. He was checked by medical personnel at Kauffman Stadium before being transported to the hospital. The team said his status will be determined daily.

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Manager Terry Francona #77 of the Cleveland Guardians looks on against the Minnesota Twins on June 2, 2023 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images)

"He’s doing a whole lot better," said general manager Mike Chernoff, who flew to Kansas City following Francona's episode. "He got a ton of tests last night and this morning, and everything checked out normally. So, we’re very happy to hear that.

"He’s now resting at the hotel. He’s chomping at the bit to get back. But, he’s doing OK. Also, just a huge thank to Royals medical staff and the KU hospital team that was helping him. They were just tremendous."

Guardians bench coach DeMarlo Hale will again handle managerial duties in Francona's absence. Hale served as Cleveland's acting manager for the final 63 games in 2021 when Francona had to step away.

The Guardians, who rallied to win Tuesday's game 2-1