Kike Hernandez Gets Initial Return Timeline For Severe Oblique Injury
Kike Hernandez of the Los Angeles Dodgers has been diagnosed with a significant oblique tear and will be placed on the injured list. Initial reports suggest he could be out for six to eight weeks, depending on his recovery progress. Despite this setback, there is hope he will return before the end of the season.
- ▪Kike Hernandez suffered a significant oblique tear before his first at-bat of the season.
- ▪He is expected to be out for six to eight weeks as he recovers from the injury.
- ▪Hernandez had a strong start to the season, going 4-for-4 with a home run and two doubles.
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