Kike Hernandez, Danny Santana Should Be Back Tuesday
Kike Hernandez and infielder/outfielder Danny Santana to both return to the club. The Red Sox have been ravished recently by a virus outbreak that has sidelined nine players thus far, including Hernandez and Santana. The former is having a solid year at the plate, slashing .258/.346/.465 with 17 home runs over 112 games. Santana, on the other hand, hasn't had as much luck this season, hitting just .168 with four home runs and three stolen bases over 35 games.
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The Boston Red Sox might get some needed reinforcements on Tuesday, as manager Alex Cora said he expects second baseman/outfielder Source: Ian Browne
Enrique Hernandez Homers In Three-Hit Game On Friday
Enrique Hernandez went 3-for-5 with a double, a home run, two RBI, and three runs scored in Friday's 14-11 win over the Diamondbacks. The veteran's batting average may not show it as it sits at .215, but he's been somewhat productive in the lineup, now with six home runs on the year with 15 RBI, and 12 runs scored in 87 plate appearances, leading to a .317 wOBA and 102 wRC+. He is not a preferred option for fantasy without regular at-bats, though, despite being eligible at 1B, 2B, 3B, SS, and OF on Yahoo!. If the 33-year-old found regular ABs, then he would be in consideration for a roster spot, as he's clearly still got some pop in his bat, although a career high 13.8 percent barrel rate is sure to regress, but for now, he is a just a cheap DFS option unless you play in an NL-only league.
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Enrique Hernandez Could Be Available Off Bench Friday
Enrique Hernandez (illness) could be available off the bench on Friday, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. He was unavailable for Thursday's contest and has been ruled out of starting on Friday, but manager Dave Roberts said his bench availability for Friday is to be determined. He already got off to a hot start in the Tokyo Series, launching a home run and driving in three runs in the Dodgers' March 18th victory over the Cubs. He figures to be a useful platoon player against left-handed pitchers but will only be fantasy-relevant in the deepest of leagues.
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Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Source: Fabian Ardaya
Kike Hernandez Returning To Los Angeles
Kike Hernandez is returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers on a one-year contract. The 33-year-old will likely return to a super-utility role for the 2025 campaign. Last summer, Hernandez posted a .229/.281/.373 slash line across 126 contests. He tallied 12 home runs with 16 doubles. He saw starts at first base, third base, shortstop, and the outfield. Under the hood, he generated a low .285 xwOBA but showed a strong eye at the plate with an above-average 19.6 percent strikeout. He also posted a solid 22.9 percent whiff rate. Fantasy managers should expect Hernandez to operate as the primary backup at several positions. He is only worth targeting in deeper NL-only formats as he is not expected to have a starting role on Opening Day.
Source: Fabian Ardaya
According to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, infielder/outfielder Source: Fabian Ardaya
Kike Hernandez Expected To Remain In Starting Lineup During World Series
Kike Hernandez is expected to remain in the starting lineup during the World Series according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Hernandez was given the starting nod in the series opener in center field. During October, the 33-year-old has been one of the best bats in the lineup as he has carried an impressive .306/.375/.528 slash line with two home runs, five RBI, and a 3:9 BB:K ratio. On Friday, Hernandez went 1-for-3 with a triple. DFS players should always consider adding Hernandez to their lineup given his hot stretch and the ample scoring opportunities he has batting in the heart of the lineup. On Saturday evening, he will face southpaw Carlos Rodon who has posted a 4.40 ERA and 1.12 WHIP during the postseason.
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Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Source: Fabian Ardaya
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