"All Andy Pages fault"; "They will miss his .205 BA" - Fans buzz as Kiké Hernández bows out of Puerto Rico’s WBC run following elbow surgery

Puerto Rico baseball fans might not be happy to learn the latest update on Los Angeles Dodgers utilityman Kike Hernandez. The outfielder underwent left elbow surgery on Friday to repair the extensor muscle.

As a result, he will no longer be able to participate in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which will take place in March. Talkin' Baseball shared the development on social media.

Following this latest news, one fan pinned the blame on Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages, who had to shove Hernandez to catch a fly ball in World Series Game 7 against the Toronto Blue Jays.

"All Andy Pages fault for running him over," the fan wrote.

"It is certainly disappointing for the fans who were looking forward to seeing him represent, but player health absolutely has to come first. That recovery is the most important game he has right now," one fan added.

"Actual huge hit, he went nuts in the last WBC," another fan commented.

"Get well soon champ 💙" one fan wished the Dodgers star well.

Meanwhile, some fans cracked some jokes following his surgery.

"They will miss his.205 BA," one fan joked about the lackluster performance at plate by Hernandez in 2025.

"Biggest lesbian in Baseball," one fan commented.

Kike Hernandez played through injury resulting in surgery requirement

Kike Hernandez took to Instagram to explain to Puerto Rican fans why he will not be able to suit up in this year's WBC edition. Hernandez revealed he suffered a tear in May, but continued to play through the injury during the regular season and postseason. He explained that playing through injury made things worse.

"Yesterday Friday November 14th I had to repair my elbow extension muscle as I suffered a tear in Mayo and continuing to play with the urge to repeat as World Series Champion caused it to break the bone," Hernandez wrote.

"Rehab won't allow me to be ready in time to put on my uniform with Puerto Rico on my chest. I hope they understand. I LOVE THEM! 🇵🇷 #00949 #787 In the last picture you can see how the elbow was in the playoffs."

The Puerto Rican Baseball Federation has taken note of Kike Hernandez's latest injury and has asked him to prioritize his health. In 2025, the utilityman played 92 games, batting .203 with 10 home runs and 35 RBIs. In the end, he became a three-time World Series champion.