The A’s announced that they have traded for an infielder Yoni Hernandez To the Dodgers for cash considerations. Hernandez was appointed earlier this week.
Hernandez, 25, is a low-power, high-contact player. He has 55 MLB games under his belt, including 43 with the Rangers last year and 12 with the Diamondbacks in 2022. both strikeout rates are better than league average.
He spent most of 2022 in the minors, playing in 71 Triple-A games. In that time, he hit .241/.349/.324, walking in 11.7% of his plate appearances while striking out in only 15.8% of the time. He also stole 30 bases along with two more in the big leagues, something that is pretty common for him. With new rules encouraging base stealing in 2023, that part of his game could become even more valuable.
Hernandez brings a bit of defensive versatility to the table, having played all three outfield positions on the left side of first base, as well as left and center field. He has just five minor league home runs in his career and none in the majors, but he has a good eye at the plate and can move around the field. He also has a pair of options remaining, allowing the Dodgers to keep him in the minors if they so choose.
The A’s claimed him off waivers from the Diamondbacks in November, but designated him for assignment when they signed him. Jace Peterson and: Aledmis Diaz official The Dodgers’ infield has taken a few hits in recent months when Trea Turner: and: Hanser Alberto hit free agency, they declined their club option Justin Turner and unannounced Edwin Rios. Hernandez will provide them with a versatile depth option as they build their roster for the upcoming season.
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