Carlos Santana Postpones Las Vegas Residency Shows Due to Broken Finger

Carlos Santana was scheduled to return to Las Vegas‘ House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino later this month, but a minor injury has caused him to postpone his shows until he is able to play guitar again.

The venue announced on its website Friday (Jan. 3) the postponement of the eight shows between Jan. 22 to Feb. 2, noting that ticket holders will receive refunds.

In a statement to Variety, Michael Vrionis, president of Universal Tone Management, revealed that Santana suffered a fall that left him with a broken finger. “I am sorry to say that Carlos was out taking a walk at his vacation home in Kauai,” he explained. “He took a hard fall, and he broke his little finger on his left hand. He had to have pins inserted in the finger. Unfortunately, he won’t be able to play guitar for approximately six weeks. Doctors do say that he will recuperate fully.

“Carlos is doing well and is anxious to be back on stage soon. He just needs to heal,” the statement continued. “Santana profoundly regrets these postponements of his upcoming performances, but accidents happen, and his health is our number one concern. He is looking forward to seeing all of his fans very soon.”

While the new dates are yet to be announced, Santana is set to return to the venue for nine shows starting on May 14 and wrapping up on May 25. He’s also scheduled to go on a small Oneness Tour starting on April 16. See the full list of dates here.