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Dodgers Notes: Kiké Hernandez Announcement, LA Linked to Yankees Slugger, Kyle Tucker Rumors

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Oct 31, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Enrique Hernandez (8) celebrates after defeating the Toronto Blue Jays during game six of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Oct 31, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Enrique Hernandez (8) celebrates after defeating the Toronto Blue Jays during game six of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Kiké Hernandez announced that he underwent left elbow surgery, which will see him miss the World Baseball Classic and prevent him from representing Puerto Rico. Hernandez is a free agent this winter.

In terms of their outfield options, the Dodgers need significant upgrades, and slugger Trent Grisham could be a potential addition after his impressive season with the New York Yankees.

He can play all three outfield spots and hits for power, though the Dodgers might not want to give him the long-term deal he's likely after.

If they don't want Grisham, Los Angeles could pursue Kyle Tucker, who would be more costly but has a better all-around skillset.

The Dodgers should be able to afford Tucker, but their long-term money commitments could make them hesitate.

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NELSON ESPINAL

Nelson Espinal lives and breathes sports. Avidly following of everything ranging from motorsports to Mixed Martial Arts to tennis, he is connected with most of the sports world at all times. His dream of writing about sports started at 16 years of age, writing for a Lakers fans blog, and his passions for sports writing has grown since. He has his Bachelor's degree in Political Science, and a minor in writing literature from the University of California, San Diego.

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