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Dodgers Pour Cold Water on Teoscar Hernández Trade Talk, Consider Shift to Left Field

Los Angeles pivots to internal fixes after a steep defensive drop, reflecting a muted offseason plan.

Overview

  • At the Winter Meetings, GM Brandon Gomes said a Hernández trade "doesn't feel likely," and Dave Roberts said he is the team's right fielder for now.
  • Roberts acknowledged the club could move Hernández from right to left field following a -9 Outs Above Average mark in 2025.
  • Hernández enters year two of a three-year, $66 million contract after producing league-average offense and a 2025 bWAR near 1.5.
  • The Dodgers plan additions this winter but do not expect a big-splash move, with internal options like Andy Pages shaping the outfield alignment.
  • Brandon Gomes said Tommy Edman had an ankle debridement and will likely be limited for the start of Spring Training, with no major-season impact expected.