Seattle Mariners bullpen coach John Wetteland is resting at home after a hospital stay because of what Denton County officials called a "mental health issue."

Wetteland released a statement through the team regarding the situation, which took place early Thursday afternoon.

"Thank you for your concerns," Wetteland said. "My wife and I are very appreciative of the over and above care of our local officers and paramedics. The circumstances leading to my elevated blood pressure and heart rate have been addressed. I am currently resting safely at home."

An earlier report on the team's website said police responded to a man who may have been suicidal. When officers got to Wetteland's home, he exited his house with his hands in the air, pleading for help.

"We were relieved once we heard the details from John and Michelle (Wetteland) and that John is safe at home and in good health," said team general manager Jack Zduriencik. "Contrary to earlier news reports, the reason John was hospitalized was because of an extremely high heart rate. We have let them know that the Mariners will do whatever we can to assist them."

Wetteland spent 12 seasons in the majors with the Dodgers, Expos, Yankees and Rangers, winning the 1996 World Series MVP.