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Orioles C Samuel Basallo (concussion) on IL, INF Jackson Holliday to have wrist surgery

The Baltimore Orioles placed rookie catcher Samuel Basallo on the seven-day injured list Wednesday due to a concussion and also announced that infielder Jackson Holliday will have surgery next week on his injured left wrist.

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 8:19 PM
Orioles C Samuel Basallo (concussion) on IL, INF Jackson Holliday to have wrist surgery
Key Things to Know
  • The Orioles placed rookie catcher Samuel Basallo on the seven-day injured list with a concussion.
  • Infielder Jackson Holliday will undergo surgery next week for a partial tear in his left wrist.
  • Holliday faces an estimated 10-week recovery timeline ahead of next spring training.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Baltimore Orioles placed rookie catcher Samuel Basallo on the seven-day injured list due to a concussion and announced that infielder Jackson Holliday will undergo left wrist surgery next week. Basallo sustained the injury on Monday after taking a foul tip off his mask, ending his season with 18 home runs and 54 RBIs across 112 games. Outfielder Heston Kjerstad was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk to replace Basallo on the active roster.

Holliday was diagnosed with a partial tear in his triangular fibrocartilage complex following a consultation with a specialist. The 22-year-old infielder carries an estimated recovery period of approximately 10 weeks, with team manager Craig Albernaz expressing hope that he will be ready in time for spring training.

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