Dodgers’ Kiké Hernández Hits Injured List with Left Oblique Tear

In a disappointing turn of events for the Los Angeles Dodgers, utility player Kiké Hernández has been placed on the injured list due to what manager Dave Roberts described as “a significant tear” in his left oblique. This injury was confirmed by an MRI, although no specific timeline for Hernández’s recovery or return has been disclosed.

The injury occurred during batting practice on Monday, just moments before Hernández expressed to the media that he was feeling pain-free. Determined to push through, he was embarrassed that the setback happened in practice rather than in a game.

Hernández had been enjoying a strong start to the season after recovering from left elbow surgery that sidelined him for the first 53 games. In his first two games back, he showcased his skills with a perfect 4-for-4 performance that included two doubles and a home run.

To fill the void left by Hernández, the Dodgers have called up Alex Freeland from Triple-A Oklahoma City. Freeland, who is set to start at second base against Colorado on Wednesday night, is making his second appearance with the Dodgers this season. He has had a solid start, batting .235 with two home runs and eight RBIs.

In his recent stint with Oklahoma City, the 24-year-old infielder has been productive, hitting four home runs and driving in 16 runs over 11 games.

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