there is a problem. >> now that we've started to identify these injuries, we're going to focus on ways of reducing it. one of the things we've done, study catcher's helmets. >> mlb is especially concerned about catchers, but also reinforced hats are a possibility for pitchers. probably next season. something the tiger's ace told me he welcomes. >> i'm in a vulnerable spot. a lot of balls that come back the me, i react later than most pitchers. so if it's something that's comfortable and something that's practical i think -- i know personally i would want to wear it. >> reporter: but other players and managers are not sold on the idea. in spite of the danger. for ryan freel's family, the risks are not worth a life. >> i asked my just about every day what could i have done to save ryan? but, you know what jie feel like i did a lot. i even the day before he took