Sun Mar 30 03:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Kiké Hernández to Attend Dodgers’ Ring Ceremony After Illness

**LOS ANGELES** – Los Angeles Dodgers utility player Kiké Hernández will attend Friday night’s World Series ring ceremony despite missing the home opener due to illness, manager Dave Roberts announced. Hernández, a fan favorite, was sidelined by a stomach ailment that prevented him from participating in Thursday’s game against the Detroit Tigers. While he’s feeling “much better,” Roberts confirmed Hernández will not play in Friday’s game as he continues to recover. His absence on Opening Day was notable, as he would likely have been in the starting lineup had he been healthy. Roberts clarified that, while Hernández’s illness was similar to Mookie Betts’ recent undisclosed ailment, he doesn’t believe the two are connected. Hernández’s return is a welcome sight for Dodger fans after his strong performance in the pre-season. Meanwhile, Will Smith is also out of the lineup for Friday’s game.

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