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Dodgers' Kike Hernandez, Shohei Ohtani making progress ahead of return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 1:36 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Dodgers' Kike Hernandez, Shohei Ohtani making progress ahead of return

Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts reported positive updates on Kike Hernandez and Shohei Ohtani on July 5, 2026. Roberts expressed disbelief at Hernandez's rapid recovery from injury, having initially anticipated a late July or early August return. Ohtani is also expected to return to the lineup soon after dealing with various minor injuries. He has been recovering from bicep tightness but is improving. Ohtani, who had missed a few games this season, may be back in action shortly.

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By the Numbers

•Dave Roberts reports Kike Hernandez is recovering faster than expected.
•Hernandez underwent left elbow surgery and missed 53 games before returning.
•Ohtani dealt with multiple injuries but showed improvement recently.
•Roberts remains optimistic about Ohtani's potential return.
•Both players are crucial to the Dodgers' success as the season progresses.

Latest Updates

1:36 AMYahoo Sports — “Really in Disbelief” - Dodgers Manager Left Stunned While Sharing Crucial Kike Hernandez, Shohei Ohtani Update

What they're saying

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Just two days ago, the Los Angeles Dodgers manager, Dave Roberts, said that Kike Hernandez will be back before the All-Star break. But he didn’t know that the utility player could make such a recovery.
— Yahoo Sports

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