Sat May 24 04:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Dodgers Get Power Hitter Hernández Back, Shuffle Roster Amid Crowded Outfield

**LOS ANGELES** – The Los Angeles Dodgers received a significant boost to their offense Monday with the activation of outfielder Teoscar Hernández from the injured list. Hernández, who was sidelined with a left groin strain sustained on May 6th, was tearing up the league prior to the injury, boasting a .315 batting average with a .933 OPS, 9 home runs, and an MLB-leading 34 RBI.

To make room for Hernández, outfielder James Outman was optioned back to Triple-A Oklahoma City. Outman had been filling in during Hernández’s absence.

The Dodgers’ outfield situation remains fluid, with the return of Hernández and the recent activation of Tommy Edman adding to a crowded field. This has already led to some tough decisions, including the release of veteran utilityman Chris Taylor in favor of the performance of Hyeseong Kim. Manager Dave Roberts will likely utilize Edman, Kim, and Enrique Hernández in various positions to manage playing time and leverage favorable matchups. Veteran Michael Conforto’s struggles at the plate could put his roster spot in jeopardy.

The Dodgers’ roster decisions reflect the team’s urgency to maintain their lead in the competitive National League West, where they currently sit one game ahead of the San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants.

However, the Dodgers’ biggest concern remains their pitching staff, which ranks 11th in the NL with a 4.18 ERA. A rash of injuries has sidelined key pitchers including Tyler Glasnow, Blake Snell, and Roki Sasaki. As Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman emphasized, bolstering pitching depth is an ongoing priority.

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