When is hernandez coming back

Hernandez emerged as one of the Astros' most exciting prospects in after putting up huge numbers in the California League, but that excitement faded a bit after his first full season with Double-A Corpus Christi. Hernandez certainly fits the profile for the Astros, combining power and speed with a ton of strikeouts, but he'll need to improve his ability to get on base 6.

Despite his struggles last season, a jump to Triple-A is likely at some point in Signed by the Astros out of the Dominican Republic in , Hernandez emerged as one of the team's most exciting prospects last season. Listed at 6-foot-2 and pounds, the year-old mans center field with a rocket arm 11 outfield assists in that could eventually warrant a move to right field as he develops.

Hernandez also has the power and speed combo that fantasy owners crave, hitting. With exceptional work ethic and five average or better tools, Hernandez is someone to keep an eye on as he reaches the upper levels of the Astros' farm system.

A jump to Triple-A is likely at some point in Mashes 32nd homer. October 2, Hernandez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's rout of the Orioles. Knocks 31st homer. September 25, Hernandez went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's win over Minnesota. Launches home run in loss. September 21, Hernandez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's loss to the Rays.

Homers in win. September 18, Hernandez went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer in Saturday's win over the Twins. Five hits in rout. September 14, Mexican striker Javier Hernandez will remain out for at least one more game with the Los Angeles , as he has not yet recovered from the injury he is suffering in his right calf. The Galaxy informed Friday that Javier Hernandez will not be able to play in this Saturday's match against FC Dallas, which will be the third consecutive match they have played away from their home field and will remain in Los Angeles.

Sunday was his third multi-hit game since returning from the injured list Sept. Hernandez went 0-for-5 with a strikeout in Tuesday's loss to Tampa Bay. Hernandez missed nearly two weeks after testing positive for COVID, and he had a far-from-triumphant return to the lineup Tuesday. The utility man slashed. Hernandez rejoined the Red Sox on Monday, and manager Alex Cora confirmed Tuesday that Hernandez will return to the lineup and start in center field.

The year-old had been sidelined since Aug. Both Hernandez and relief pitcher Josh Taylor were cleared to join the team after completing quarantine periods upon landing on the COVID injured list about a week and a half ago. Taylor could be activated from the IL ahead of Monday's series opener versus the Rays, but Hernandez will have to wait at least one more day to make his return to the lineup. Hernandez was able to complete a workout Monday, signaling that he's feeling well physically following his quarantine.

The year-old has been inactive since August 26 but manager Alex Cora is hoping he will return sooner rather than later. Hernandez is one of seven known Red Sox players who has tested positive for the virus within the past week, but he looks as though he could the first of the infected players to make his way back from the IL. Based on Cora's comments, Hernandez doesn't sound like he'll need to go on a minor-league rehab assignment before being activated, though the training staff may want to evaluate him in on-field workout beforehand.

Once activated, Hernandez should immediately take over as Boston's everyday second baseman. A positive test typically means a player is forced to be out for 10 days, but per Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe, Hernandez could miss less time because he is vaccinated.

Christian Arroyo was also placed on the COVID list as a close contact, so the Red Sox will be without both of their main second base options for an extended period. More MLB News ». View all MLB Sites. More AL East News ». View all AL East Sites. More AL Central News ». View all AL Central Sites. More AL West News ».