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Teoscar Hernández Placed on IL With Grade 1 Hamstring Strain, Expected to Miss About a Month

The Dodgers will pursue a cautious rehab plan to protect Hernández’s long-term availability and use internal depth to cover his absence.

May 20, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Teoscar Hernandez (37) has seeds tossed on him by center fielder Andy Pages (44) after hitting a solo home run during the ninth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Teoscar Hernández injured his left hamstring running to first base on May 27 and left that game visibly frustrated after grabbing the back of his leg.
  • An MRI confirmed a Grade 1 left hamstring strain and Hernández said he expects to miss roughly one month while allowing for the possibility of an earlier return if recovery goes well.
  • The Dodgers placed Hernández on the 10-day injured list and recalled outfielder Ryan Ward from Triple-A Oklahoma City to join Alex Call in a left-field platoon.
  • Manager Dave Roberts and GM Brandon Gomes emphasized a deliberate recovery that will include rest, strength buildup and a likely minor-league rehab assignment to avoid the rushed return that hurt Hernández after last year’s groin injury.
  • Hernández’s absence removes a key middle-order bat (.276/.348/.436 with seven homers and 31 RBI in 51 games) and could open sustained playing time for Ward, Call or an activated Tommy Edman while the club prioritizes keeping Hernández healthy for the stretch run.