Orioles' Jackson Holliday Optimistic After Hand Surgery

Second baseman expects to miss only a couple weeks of the season after breaking hamate bone

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday is staying positive despite having to start the 2026 season on the injured list due to hand surgery. Holliday broke his hamate bone early in spring training, but is hopeful he will only miss a couple weeks as he recovers from the procedure.

Why it matters

Holliday is a key part of the Orioles' lineup, and the team will be eager to get him back healthy and contributing as they look to build on their progress from the 2025 season. His development as a hitter is crucial for the Orioles' long-term success.

The details

Holliday suffered the injury after only taking about five live at-bats in spring training. He felt he had a strong offseason and his swing was in a great spot coming into camp. Holliday is scheduled to have his cast removed today and is hopeful he will only have to miss the early part of the season as he recovers.

  • Holliday broke his hamate bone early in spring training 2026.
  • Holliday is scheduled to have his cast removed on February 16, 2026.

The players

Jackson Holliday

A second baseman for the Baltimore Orioles who is recovering from hand surgery after breaking his hamate bone in spring training.

Baltimore Orioles

The Major League Baseball team that Holliday plays for, based in Baltimore, Maryland.

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What they’re saying

“Orioles' Jackson Holliday says he only took about five live at-bats before breaking his hamate bone. Felt like he crushed his offseason and swing was in a great spot coming in.”

— Jackson Holliday (Baltimore Sun)

What’s next

The Orioles will be cautious with Holliday's recovery, but are hopeful he will be able to return in the early part of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Holliday's injury is a setback, but his optimism about a quick recovery is encouraging for the Orioles as they look to build on their progress from last season and get their young second baseman back in the lineup.