Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Kiké Hernández (note: player name appears as both "Kiké" and "Enrique" Hernández in sources) is rehabilitating from left elbow surgery performed in November 2025. He began his Triple-A rehab assignment with Oklahoma City Comets on May 5, 2026, and made an impressive debut on May 6, going 1-for-3 with a double. This was his first game action since the 2025 World Series. Hernández reported feeling "fully healthy for the first time in about a year" and is ahead of schedule in his recovery. He is currently on the 60-day IL with an earliest return date of May 24, 2026. The Dodgers view him as a potential solution to their offensive struggles.
Strengths
- + Strong rehab debut with 1-for-3 performance including a double
- + Ahead of schedule in recovery from elbow surgery
- + Player reports feeling fully healthy for first time in a year
- + Versatile utility player who can address Dodgers' hitting weakness
- + Successful return to game action after extended absence
- + Positive trajectory suggests readiness for May 24 return date
Weaknesses
- - Missed significant time in 2025 with left elbow inflammation (40 games in July-August)
- - Chronic left elbow issues requiring November 2025 surgery
- - Extended 60-day IL assignment indicates serious injury
- - Recovery will be measured by ability to handle consecutive days of play
- - Long rehab timeline suggests cautious approach by medical staff
Injury Status: IL-60
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Nick Hernandez is a rp for the Athletics.
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