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Dodgers Weigh Michael Conforto’s Roster Future as Kim, Hernández Near Returns

Manager Dave Roberts emphasizes production at left field with reinforcements nearing.

TAMPA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 3: Michael Conforto #23 of the Los Angeles Dodgers draws a walk in the sixth inning during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on August 3, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images)
May 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (30) gets ready for a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Conforto is hitting .183 with a .606 OPS, nine home runs and 28 RBIs in 114 games, extending a prolonged slump.
  • Hyeseong Kim and Kiké Hernández are playing rehab games at Triple-A Oklahoma City, positioning them for imminent activation into outfield roles.
  • Roberts said the Dodgers “need production” from whoever plays left field, signaling open competition as players come off the injured list.
  • Options to reshape the alignment include Kim or Hernández in left or center with Andy Pages in left, with Tommy Edman and Max Muncy also nearing returns.
  • The Dodgers returned home tied for first in the NL West, and The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported that the pending activations put Conforto’s roster spot in jeopardy, suggesting he may not make the playoff roster.