Kiké Hernandez set to return, prompting potential trade for Alex Call
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 4:32 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Kiké Hernandez is expected to return from the injured list during the Dodgers' series against the Mariners this week. His return may result in Alex Call being put on the trade block ahead of the August 3 deadline. Call's performance this season includes a.668 OPS with one home run and 16 RBIs over 60 games. Additionally, left-handed starter Eric Lauer could also be traded as the Dodgers aim to enhance their minor league pitching. Lauer has a 3.35 ERA and a perfect 4-0 record since joining the rotation in May.
- •Kiké Hernandez to return from IL this week.
- •Alex Call could be traded before the August 3 deadline.
- •Call has a.668 OPS with one home run this season.
- •Eric Lauer may also be moved to bolster pitching depth.
- •Lauer has a 3.35 ERA and is 4-0 this season.
- 4:32 PMYahoo Sports — Kiké Hernandez Return Could Put Dodgers Outfielder On Trade Block
"Kiké Hernandez is set to return from the IL this week, and his return could spell the end of another Dodger's Los Angeles tenure.
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