New Delhi, Feb. 12 -- Arizona Diamondbacks fans received a major setback this week as star outfielder Corbin Carroll suffered a broken hamate bone in his right hand. The injury occurred during live batting practice on February 10 at Salt River Fields, forcing the two-time All-Star to undergo surgery the following day. This development not only rules him out of the upcoming World Baseball Classic (WBC) but also raises serious questions about his availability for the start of the 2026 MLB season.

Corbin Carroll, a dynamic speed-power threat, broke the hamate bone, a small, hook-shaped bone in the wrist, while swinging during practice. Recovery from hamate injuries typically ranges from four to eight weeks, though hand injuries often linger...