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Gunnar Henderson Wrist Issue
Henderson skips excuses for 2026 wrist injury.
In brief
Henderson skips excuses for 2026 wrist injury. Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson says a minor wrist issue affected his 2026 season but remains focused on postseason play. Originally reported by Mlb.
Henderson hesitates
Henderson paused when asked about a wrist issue in 2026.
“I really don’t like making excuses, because everybody’s banged up at this point in the year.”
Wrist issue minor
Henderson said a wrist issue was minor and improved with bat knob changes.
“But yeah, I had a little [right] wrist issue going on.”
2026 season impact
Henderson hit .225 with a .714 OPS in 2026, career lows.
“It was just minor, getting that a little bit better.”
Henderson's mindset
Henderson wants to return to postseason play after missing playoffs.
“The postseason is something that I myself have as the mindset going into every year.”
Manager's view
Manager Albernaz says Alonso can share team leadership burden.
“Gunnar doesn’t have to shoulder the load.”
2027 outlook
Henderson aims to return to form for 2027 postseason play.
“If Henderson can return to form in 2027, then there shouldn’t be any reason why Baltimore can’t do that.”
The bottom line
Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson says a minor wrist issue affected his 2026 season but remains focused on postseason play.
