Overview
- Hernández announced on Instagram that he had surgery Friday to repair a torn left elbow extension muscle and shared the update Saturday.
- He said the tear occurred in May, he continued playing through it, and the injury worsened during the postseason, causing a bone break that led to the operation.
- He confirmed he will not play for Puerto Rico in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, having previously appeared in the tournament in 2017 and 2023.
- After signing a one-year deal for 2025 with the Dodgers, he enters free agency with no return timetable set as teams track his recovery.
- Known for defensive versatility and October impact, he helped Los Angeles win a second straight title and logged 92 games with a .203 average, 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 2025.