Dodgers Activate Teoscar Hernandez, Send James Outman to Minors

The Los Angeles Dodgers have activated All-Star outfielder Teoscar Hernandez from the injured list after he missed nearly three weeks due to a groin strain, returning to the lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Hernandez, who was batting .315 with nine home runs and leading MLB with 34 RBIs in 33 games before his injury, is expected to restore strength to the Dodgers' offense. To make room for Hernandez, outfielder James Outman was optioned back to Triple-A Oklahoma City after struggling with a .125 batting average in nine games. Additionally, utility player Chris Taylor was released, and reliever Lou Trivino was added following Kirby Yates's injury, signaling the Dodgers' ongoing roster adjustments. Manager Dave Roberts also plans to utilize utility players Tommy Edman and Hyeseong Kim, who has impressed with a .452 batting average since his promotion, to maintain flexibility in the lineup. These moves come as the Dodgers aim to solidify their roster during a competitive National League West race amid pitching staff concerns.