Dodgers' Kiké Hernández Reveals First Panic Attack After Injury
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- LA Dodgers utility player Kiké Hernández experienced his first panic attack after leaving a game due to a left oblique injury.
- The injury occurred just two games after his return from elbow surgery and rehabilitation.
- Hernández expressed his determination to maintain a perfect batting average despite the setbacks.
LA Dodgers utility player Kiké Hernández revealed the profound impact of a recent injury, describing it as his "first panic attack in my life." The incident occurred on May 26th (KST) during a game against the Colorado Rockies. Hernández was removed in the fourth inning after hitting a double, experiencing pain in his left oblique.
This setback came just two games after his return to Major League Baseball, following surgery and rehabilitation for an elbow injury sustained over the winter. The sudden recurrence of physical issues after a lengthy recovery process clearly took a significant toll on the player, leading to the panic attack.
It was my first panic attack in my life.
Despite these significant physical and emotional challenges, Hernández remains focused on his performance. He stated his intention to "maintain a batting average of 1.000," indicating a strong resolve to overcome these obstacles and continue contributing to his team.
I will maintain a batting average of 1.000.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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