Dodgers re-sign Jonathan Hernandez after earlier designation for assignment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed pitcher Jonathan Hernandez after designating him for assignment just days earlier. Hernandez was initially cut to make room for Charlie Barnes on the roster but returned following a lack of interest from other teams. He previously struggled with an 11.57 ERA in June but showed improvement earlier this month, allowing no runs in 4.2 innings. The Dodgers continue to manage their bullpen as they await the return of injured players.
- •Hernandez was designated for assignment on August 8, 2026.
- •He had an 11.57 ERA in eight games in June.
- •Hernandez allowed no runs and just one hit in recent appearances.
- •Charlie Barnes was also sent down to create roster space.
- •The Dodgers' bullpen is undergoing adjustments with several players injured.
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Reverse Course on Jonathan Hernandez Days After Cutting Him
"The Dodgers continue to shuffle the fringe of their bullpen, opting to re-sign Jonathan Hernandez to the team as an innings eater.
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