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Los Angeles Dodgers roster and injury updates

Overview

The Los Angeles Dodgers are finalizing decisions regarding their 26-man postseason roster as they pursue a historic third consecutive championship following World Series titles in 2024 and 2025. Infielder Hyeseong (Kim Hye-seong) was recalled from the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets to be evaluated for the National League Division Series (NLDS). While his offensive production was modest—posting a .259 batting average and .651 OPS in 43 Major League games—manager Dave Roberts emphasized his value as a specialist for his “elite speed as a pinch runner or for late-game defensive utility.” Kim was ultimately included in the NLDS roster, though his playing time was minimal, appearing only once as a defensive substitute in the final game of the series. Following a period of inconsistent hitting, Kim was sent down to Triple-A in late May and did not receive a call-up for the remainder of the regular season. Despite a seven-game hitting streak in Triple-A in late August, U.S. media outlets expressed skepticism regarding his lack of power. For the National League Championship Series (NLCS) against the Milwaukee Brewers, the Dodgers excluded Kim from the roster to prioritize pitching depth and bullpen stability, calling up reliever Justin Robleski instead. The club also opted for rookie Jose De Paula and veteran Miguel Rojas to provide left-handed pinch-hitting options. Following a 1-2 loss in Game 1 of the NLCS, Kim’s chances of re-entering the roster for the World Series remain uncertain. Kim has since described his second Major League season as the “most frustrating experience of his career.” As the season concludes, veteran infielder Miguel Rojas has announced his intention to retire. Following a shoulder injury sustained while diving for a ball in September, Rojas was substituted out of a game against the Miami Marlins.

Entities

Los Angeles Dodgers · Dave Roberts · Kim Hye-seong · Hyeseong Kim · Miguel Rojas

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Kim Hye-seong viewed as key source of youth and speed for Dodgers

    Media reports suggest LA Dodgers infielder Kim Hye-seong can provide essential speed and youth to an aging roster if he improves his on-base percentage and contact rates.

  2. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Kim Hye-seong expresses disappointment after limited Dodgers season

    Los Angeles Dodgers player Kim Hye-seong expressed frustration over a limited MLB season marked by inconsistent hitting and reduced playing time, facing a critical year to secure his roster spot.

  3. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Hyeseong Kim excluded from Dodgers NLCS roster

    Hyeseong Kim has been left off the Los Angeles Dodgers' NLCS roster against the Milwaukee Brewers as the team prioritizes pitching depth and specific bench roles.

  4. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Kim Hye-seong likely to join LA Dodgers NLDS roster

    Kim Hye-seong is likely to join the LA Dodgers' NLDS roster, potentially setting up a matchup against Kim Ha-seong of the Atlanta Braves.

  5. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Los Angeles Dodgers recall Kim Hye-seong for postseason evaluation

    The Los Angeles Dodgers have recalled Kim Hye-seong from Triple-A to evaluate him for a potential postseason roster spot, focusing on his defensive utility and speed.

  6. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Hyeseong Kim emerges as potential Dodgers postseason roster candidate

    Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is considering infielder Hyeseong Kim and outfielder Josue De Paula for the team's postseason roster, citing Kim's speed and defensive utility.

  7. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Los Angeles Dodgers consider Ha-seong Kim for postseason roster

    The Los Angeles Dodgers are considering infielder Ha-seong Kim for their postseason roster as they prepare for their 14th consecutive playoff appearance.

  8. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Ha-seong Kim faces roster challenges with Los Angeles Dodgers

    Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Ha-seong Kim faces difficulty returning to the major leagues, struggling to secure a roster spot despite his speed and recent Triple-A performance.

  9. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Dodgers players face injury concerns and roster uncertainty

    Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas suffered a potential shoulder injury during a game against the Marlins, while analysts suggest Kim Hye-seong faces a zero percent chance of making the postseason roster.

  10. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Kim Hye-seong faces mixed prospects for Dodgers call-up

    Dodgers Triple-A infielder Kim Hye-seong is seeing improved hitting form, but U.S. media skepticism regarding his power persists as MLB roster expansion approaches.

Sources

baseballchannel.jp · english.hani.co.kr · full-count.jp · isplus.com · j-cast.com · kaigai.ch · m.sportalkorea.com · news.mynavi.jp · nypost.com · si.com · sportschosun.com · stnsports.co.kr · tokyo-sports.co.jp

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