Overview
- The Dodgers reinstated Kiké Hernández from the 60-day injured list and started him at third base in Monday’s series opener against the Colorado Rockies.
- To open a 40-man roster spot, Los Angeles designated infielder/outfielder Santiago Espinal for assignment rather than placing Max Muncy on the injured list.
- Hernández completed a 12-game rehab with Triple-A Oklahoma City, hitting .214/.298/.310 while appearing mostly at third base before being activated.
- Max Muncy is being treated day-to-day after being hit on the right wrist with X-rays negative, and Tommy Edman is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City.
- Beyond on-field depth, the Dodgers regain Hernández’s positional flexibility and clubhouse leadership, a practical boost as several pitchers and position players continue recovery progress.