Dodgers face challenges in trading Teoscar Hernández, paving way for De Paula

The Los Angeles Dodgers are considering trading Teoscar Hernández to make room for outfielder Josue De Paula. De Paula impressed in his brief stint last season, hitting.323 with significant on-base potential. However, concerns about his defensive readiness and the impending lockout complicate the Dodgers' decision-making process. The organization cannot assess De Paula's development during the lockout, which may delay Hernández’s trade despite interest in moving him. Keeping De Paula as a fourth outfielder is a possibility if his defensive skills do not improve significantly before spring training.

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