The attack was carried out by 24-year-old Eric Dybas, who was subdued by security and some of the players. He was charged with aggravated battery and criminal trespassing.
Kevin Hallinan, Major League Baseball's security chief, and Sandy Alderson, executive vice president of baseball operations in the commissioner's office, met with players and officials from both teams. MLB Commissioner Bud Selig said baseball would re-examine security at all stadiums. The attack came seven months after a similar attack on a Kansas City first base coach at the same stadium.
The White Sox have increased security, adding two guards to watch each foul line. Ushers will check ticket stubs more frequently, and more public-address announcements will be made to remind fans of the penalties for going on the field. There were 16 security personnel on the field, as well as several in the stands.
Around the league, security has been increased as well. In Oakland, the site of a weekend incident involving a visiting player and a fan, fans and players will be monitored with CCTV cameras, and security guard presence has been increased.
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