Seth Hernandez’s promising 2026 season is on hold after a brutal left oblique strain—just one pitch in his last start derailed his momentum. The Pirates’ top pitching prospect, who struck out five in three innings with minimal damage, now faces a 6-8 week recovery that sidelines him past the end of the minor league season. While frustrating, the medical team’s cautious optimism suggests a full comeback is on the table—just another hurdle for a young gun learning the game’s brutal, beautiful rhythm.

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