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Dodgers' Kiké Hernández Back on IL With Significant Tear
28 May
Summary
- Hernández suffered a significant oblique tear during batting practice.
- This is Hernández's second stint on the injured list this season.
- Alex Freeland will take Hernández's active roster spot.
Los Angeles Dodgers utility player Kiké Hernández has been placed on the injured list for the second time this season, just two days after being activated. The injury, a "significant tear" in his left oblique, occurred during batting practice on Monday. Hernández, who had previously undergone offseason elbow surgery, revealed he was "embarrassed" by the injury and didn't immediately report it.
His return to the active roster was short-lived, as the pain became unmanageable by Tuesday, leading to an emotional conversation with manager Dave Roberts. Hernández has no clear timeline for his return, estimating it will be "at the minimum a couple of weeks" but potentially longer depending on the severity.
Infielder Alex Freeland will fill Hernández's spot on the active roster. Freeland had previously started the 2026 season as the team's second baseman before being optioned to Triple-A. Both Freeland and Hyeseong Kim are now expected to split playing time at second base.
