Newly re-signed utility player Kiké Hernández had a short and sweet message for Los Angeles Dodgers fans Thursday morning, though he also slyly blamed a top team executive for the wait.
“What up, Dodger fans? Plain and simple, I’m back. Again,” he said in a video posted to the team’s social media. “Sorry it took so long. That wasn’t up to me — Andrew — but yeah, there’s no place I would rather be than here. So, let’s go for three in a row.”
With that fake-whispered aside, Hernández was referencing president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman, who’s widely regarded as an architect of this ongoing dynasty and one of the best executives in sports.
Hernández Known for Big Plays, Bigger Personality
The joking comment and others like it are part of what has endeared Hernández to Dodger fans.
Hernández is returning for his 10th season as a Dodger, and he’s known not just for the three World Series titles he’s won, but also for his personality.
He trolled Blue Jays fan and Toronto native Drake after the 2025 World Series victory, just days after he made a clutch double play to secure the Game 6 win for the Dodgers and force the deciding Game 7.
Hernández’s Re-Signing Lauded by Fans
Dodgers fans have been ecstatic about Hernández rejoining the team, with many taking to social media to express their adoration for the star and excitement about a run at a three-peat.
“LFG – stoked to have most of the gang back,” wrote jshreddah on Dodgers Nation’s Instagram.
“Bout Time! We love you Kike!,” said 0851ksc.
“This is the news we’ve ALL been waiting for… LFG,” said supersaiyansean.
Expectations for Hernández in 2026
Hernández had offseason surgery on his elbow, and he’s expected to miss approximately the first month of the season.
That said, he will be back for the bulk of the regular season and is expected to add depth to the roster and contribute to the championship culture built during his tenure with the Dodgers.
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Love Kike’.
Can you get #14 back?
I used to prefer No. 14, but now No. 8 is what I picture him wearing. He’s No. 8 in my mind now!
If you visit the White House, behave your mouth Kike.