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Dodgers Star Trades IL Boredom for Pokémon Riches
25 Aug
Summary
- Hernandez found a hobby in collecting Pokémon cards during his IL stints.
- His daughter Penélope now shares his passion, making it family time.
- His collecting hobby has spawned a merchandise line and side business.
Kiké Hernández, a superutility player for the Los Angeles Dodgers, found an unexpected passion during his frequent stints on the injured list. The isolation and boredom of rehabilitation led him to rediscover his childhood hobby of collecting Pokémon cards.
This renewed interest quickly transformed into a meaningful family activity when his 5-year-old daughter, Penélope, joined him. Together, they now open packs of various collectible cards, turning Hernández's solo escape into quality family time. This shared enthusiasm has also led to a successful side venture for the three-time World Series champion.
Hernández has established a significant online presence under the name "PokéKikémon," amassing over 112,000 Instagram followers and launching his own merchandise. His collecting journey includes a prized Japanese Sabrina's Gengar 1st edition, graded PSA 10, valued at over $10,000. He continues to pursue a rare CoroCoro Mew promotional card, despite its soaring price.
