Dodgers’ Kiké Hernandez Has Illness, Likely Out for Opening Day
Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Kiké Hernández is likely out for Opening Day as he’s dealing with an illness. ESPN’s Buster Olney said it’s possible he’s dealing with the stomach flu.
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Hernández likely would have been in the Opening Day lineup against the left-handed Tarik Skubal. Instead, Miguel Rojas is playing second base for L.A.
Hernández appeared in both games of the Tokyo Series against the Chicago Cubs, going 1-for-8 with a three-run home run. He then appeared in each of the three games of the Freeway Series, going 1-for-5.
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With Hernández out, Rojas is getting the start at second base. The Dodgers have decided to platoon the left-handed Michael Conforto — at least for this game — which puts Andy Pages in left field and Tommy Edman in center field.
Dodgers Lineup vs Tigers Opening Day
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