Dodgers welcome back Hernández and Díaz from injured list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:37 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers will see the returns of Kiké Hernández and Edwin Díaz this week as they begin a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. Hernández will be reactivated after healing from a torn oblique, while Díaz returns following elbow surgery. Manager Dave Roberts indicated they will ease Hernández back into play mainly using him off the bench against right-handed pitchers, while Díaz's precise role in the bullpen has yet to be defined. Alex Freeland will be optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City to accommodate Hernández's return.
- •Kiké Hernández returns after a 60-day IL stint due to a torn oblique.
- •Edwin Díaz comes back after undergoing elbow surgery three months ago.
- •Hernández primarily to play third base and left field off the bench.
- •Dodgers option Alex Freeland to Triple-A to make roster space.
- •Series against the Mariners begins at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday.
- 12:37 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers to Retain Hernández, Díaz From Injured List
"The Los Angeles Dodgers will soon welcome back Kiké Hernández and Edwin Díaz this week.
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