LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 28: Enrique Hernandez #8 and Tommy Edman #25 of the Los Angeles Dodgers during batting practice at Dodger Stadium on March 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
The Los Angeles Dodgers are poised to kick off a three-game home series against the Seattle Mariners following their day off on Monday.
Before the Mariners series begins, the Dodgers are expected to activate Kiké Hernández from the IL. While the official statement from the team is yet to be released, insiders suggest Hernández will be reinstated today (7/28).
When activated from the IL, the Dodgers are likely to make a corresponding move, which will probably involve 24-year-old Alex Freeland being sent to Triple-A. This article will be updated once the team confirms the roster change.
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Dodgers Report Suggests Alex Freeland Will Be Optioned
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 07: Alex Freeland #76 of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts to his RBI single that scored Tommy Edman #25, leading to a 3-1 advantage over the Colorado Rockies, during the sixth inning at Dodger Stadium on July 07, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Here’s what Dodgers writer Jack Harris stated regarding the team’s roster updates:
“With Kiké Hernández set for activation today, Alex Freeland has left the Dodgers’ clubhouse. It appears he’ll be optioned, as anticipated.”
There are some conflicting reports regarding the timing of the roster changes, but the story will be updated as soon as the team’s X account officially announces the move.
Alex Freeland could potentially be a candidate for trade in the next six days before the trade deadline.
Alex Freeland’s MLB Journey/More on Kike Hernandez
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 26: Enrique Hernandez #8 of the Los Angeles Dodgers rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium on May 26, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)
Kike Hernandez has participated in only two games with the Dodgers this season before being placed on the IL due to elbow inflammation.
In four at-bats, Hernandez secured four hits (two doubles and one home run).
As for Alex Freeland, he made his MLB debut with the Dodgers in 2025 and has accumulated 279 ABs, achieving a batting average of .219 along with five home runs, nine doubles, and an OPS+ of 73.
The Los Angeles team currently boasts a record of 67-39, leading MLB and holding a substantial 12.5-game advantage in the NL West.
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