Orioles' Jackson Holliday Out for Opening Day with Broken Hand

The 22-year-old second baseman will undergo surgery and miss the start of the 2026 season.

Feb. 11, 2026 at 11:39am

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Orioles general manager Mike Elias announced on Wednesday that second baseman Jackson Holliday has suffered a broken hamate bone in his right hand. Holliday will undergo surgery on Thursday and is expected to miss the team's opening day game.

Why it matters

Holliday, the son of Hall of Famer Matt Holliday, was expected to be a key part of the Orioles' lineup this season after a promising rookie campaign in 2025. His injury is a significant blow to the team's plans as they look to build on last year's success and compete in the AL East.

The details

Holliday sustained the injury during live batting practice last week. The hamate bone is a small hook-shaped bone in the hand that can sometimes break from repetitive swinging motions. Recovery time for this type of injury is typically 4-6 weeks, meaning Holliday will likely miss the first few weeks of the regular season.

  • Holliday suffered the injury last week during live batting practice.
  • Holliday will undergo surgery on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
  • Holliday is expected to miss the Orioles' opening day game.

The players

Jackson Holliday

A 22-year-old second baseman for the Baltimore Orioles who is the son of Hall of Famer Matt Holliday.

Mike Elias

The general manager of the Baltimore Orioles who announced Holliday's injury.

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What they’re saying

“The start of spring training each year brings with it optimism about what the season can be. That is, until the inevitable injury news that Mike Elias delivers before the first workout.”

— JACOB CALVIN MEYER, Writer

What’s next

The Orioles will have to adjust their lineup and plans for the start of the season with Holliday sidelined. The team will provide updates on his recovery and timeline for return to play.

The takeaway

Injuries are an unfortunate reality of professional sports, and the Orioles will have to overcome this setback with Holliday's absence. The team's depth and ability to adapt will be tested early on as they look to build on their success from last season.