Jun 03, 2009 7:50 AM EST

Rangers center fielder Josh Hamilton could miss months of action as he deals with a sports hernia.

Currently, Hamilton is on the 15-day disabled list with an abdominal strain. A visit to a specialist revealed the injury, but the Rangers will seek a second opinion.

"It's a big blow when you lose one of your best players," manager Ron Washington said. "This team has shown a lot of resiliency, and someone has to step up. I believe someone will."

The worst-case scenario will have Hamilton out until September.

Via Star-Telegram