The Los Angeles Dodgers seem to be set on the position player side of things as we approach the 2024 season. L.A. will enter the year with one of the most talented rosters the fanbase has ever seen, consisting of three MVPs batting first, second, and third in the order.
One player that seems to be the odd man out for next year is utility man Kiké Hernández. The Dodgers brought the fan favorite back at last year’s trade deadline, and he was able to somewhat resurrect his season.
In 54 games back in Dodger blue, Hernández slashed .262/.308/.423 with a .731 OPS. He hit five home runs and drove in 30 RBIs in 168 at-bats.
Now, Hernández is a free agent, and the chances of him returning to Los Angeles are low, especially after the addition of Teoscar Hernández. However, there’s a chance he could stay in Southern California.
According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Arte Moreno and the Angels are considering signing the veteran utility man.
“One free agent they’re considering, according to sources briefed on their discussions: Kiké Hernández, who made 11 starts at third after getting traded from the Boston Red Sox to the Dodgers last season and has played every position but catcher during his 10-year career.”
Via Ken Rosenthal via The Athletic
Hernández would be a great addition to an Angels team with many holes to fill. He can play all over the diamond, and could provide some veteran leadership.
If Hernández wants to stay in Southern California, the Angels may be his best shot. Barring a trade, the Dodgers don’t really have room for the 32-year-old veteran.
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