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4 hours ago
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Dodgers' Dave Roberts Reveals Hyeseong Kim Plan Amid Questions Mounting About Demotion
Dodgers' Dave Roberts Reveals Hyeseong Kim Plan Amid Questions Mounting About Demotion originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Dodgers suddenly have a Hyeseong Kim problem. However, it seems to be a good one. Advertisement Kim, whom the Dodgers signed during the offseason, was expected to be a big league player from day one, but struggled in spring training. The Dodgers sent him to Triple-A, hoping that the 26-year-old would figure things out offensively. After impressing in the KBO throughout his professional career, which started when he was 18, Kim eventually got the opportunity to play in the big leagues for the Dodgers when injuries occurred. The Dodgers knew they had something with him, but there were questions about how he'd perform offensively. Fast forward to June 1, and the Dodgers love him, including Dave Roberts. Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Hyeseong Kim (6) looks on against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fifth inning at Chase Camporeale-Imagn Images Roberts said that there's something about him that brings excitement to the team, which can't be forgotten when decisions must be made in the next few weeks. Advertisement "Hyeseong, there's just something about him, that youthful enthusiasm, that joy," Roberts said, per a video on Dodgers Blue YouTube. "He's just happy to be out there, happy to be helping the team, and guys feed off that energy." When asked if there would be any opportunities for Kim to play in June, Robert admitted there would be, but added that he would have the day off against the New York Yankees on Sunday. "Yeah," Roberts responded. "He won't play tomorrow, but he'll be back in there on Monday." Tommy Edman is one of the best second basemen in Major League Baseball, perhaps the best. The Dodgers not playing at Edman daily would be a disservice, but perhaps there's a scenario where Kim could move over to third base. Advertisement That's ultimately a decision the Dodgers will have to make sometime in the next few months. They need Him in the lineup, as he's certainly earned it. Related: Dave Roberts in Disbelief Over Aaron Judge After Dodgers-Yankees Series This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
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19 hours ago
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Dodgers reviewing stadium safety after hunk of concrete reportedly falls on Yankees fan
Dodger Stadium was built in 1962 but underwent a major renovation project before the 2020 season. (Harry How / Getty Images) Yankees supporters are accustomed to Dodger Stadium being hostile ground, but being hit by a chunk of concrete falling from the stadium ceiling is beyond what fans steel themselves to encounter. That is indeed what one Yankees fan says happened to him at Friday's Dodgers-Yankees game. Advertisement Ricardo Aquino of Mexico City told the Athletic via a translator that a piece of the ceiling hit him in the back while he was seated in the top deck of the stadium during the third inning of the game. A photo showed the piece to be roughly the size of a baseball. Aquino said he was in pain but applied an ice pack and soldiered on through the rest of the game, which the Dodgers ultimately won, 8-5, the news outlet reported. A day later, a piece of concrete netting was installed in the area of the ceiling in the Section 10 reserve where the incident was reported, The Times confirmed. "We had professionals and experts at Dodger Stadium this past weekend to examine the facility and ensure its safety," Dodgers spokesperson Ally Salvage told The Times. "We will also be undertaking a longer-term review." Advertisement Dodger Stadium, which opened in 1962, is the oldest Major League Baseball stadium west of the Mississippi and the third oldest in the nation, after Fenway Park in Boston and Wrigley Field in Chicago — both of which have also experienced issues with aging concrete. Read more: Dodger Stadium timeline: Key moments in the stadium's 60-year history In July 2004, there were three reports of chunks of concrete tumbling from the upper deck at Wrigley Field, prompting the Chicago Cubs to install protective netting and review stadium infrastructure, according to the Associated Press. A major $100-million renovation project was completed at Dodger Stadium before the 2020 season. It included a new center field plaza with food and entertainment areas, more elevators and new bridges allowing fans to walk the entire perimeter of the stadium from any level inside the venue. Advertisement More renovations were completed in advance of this year's season, this time focused on upgrading the clubhouse. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
20 hours ago
- Sport
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Dodgers reviewing stadium safety after hunk of concrete reportedly falls on Yankees fan
Yankees supporters are accustomed to Dodger Stadium being hostile ground, but being hit by a chunk of concrete falling from the stadium ceiling is beyond what fans steel themselves to encounter. That is indeed what one Yankees fan says happened to him at Friday's Dodgers-Yankees game. Ricardo Aquino of Mexico City told the Athletic via a translator that a piece of the ceiling hit him in the back while he was seated in the top deck of the stadium during the third inning of the game. A photo showed the piece to be roughly the size of a baseball. Aquino said he was in pain but applied an ice pack and soldiered on through the rest of the game, which the Dodgers ultimately won, 8-5, the news outlet reported. A day later, a piece of concrete netting was installed in the area of the ceiling in the Section 10 reserve where the incident was reported, The Times confirmed. 'We had professionals and experts at Dodger Stadium this past weekend to examine the facility and ensure its safety,' Dodgers spokesperson Ally Salvage told The Times. 'We will also be undertaking a longer-term review.' Dodger Stadium, which opened in 1962, is the oldest Major League Baseball stadium west of the Mississippi and the third oldest in the nation, after Fenway Park in Boston and Wrigley Field in Chicago — both of which have also experienced issues with aging concrete. In July 2004, there were three reports of chunks of concrete tumbling from the upper deck at Wrigley Field, prompting the Chicago Cubs to install protective netting and review stadium infrastructure, according to the Associated Press. A major $100-million renovation project was completed at Dodger Stadium before the 2020 season. It included a new center field plaza with food and entertainment areas, more elevators and new bridges allowing fans to walk the entire perimeter of the stadium from any level inside the venue. More renovations were completed in advance of this year's season, this time focused on upgrading the clubhouse.
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a day ago
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Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge Make MLB History in Dodgers-Yankees Showdown
Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge Make MLB History in Dodgers-Yankees Showdown originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After Friday's thrilling series opener, this weekend's World Series rematch between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees is already living up to the hype. Advertisement In a highly anticipated showdown between reigning MVPs Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, both players got off to fast starts. Judge homered in the top of the first inning off Tony Gonsolin, giving the Yankees a quick 1-0 lead over the defending champions with his 19th home run of the season. However, Ohtani answered right back in the bottom of the frame, crushing a leadoff homer against Max Fried to even the score. It was the first time in MLB history that reigning MVPs homered in the same inning. Ohtani was just getting warmed up. He took Fried deep again in the bottom of the sixth, sparking a four-run inning for the Dodgers and helping them to an 8-5 comeback win. "I feel like he was copying me," Judge said after the game. "He's impressive. He's one of the best players in the game for a reason." Advertisement Both players have picked up where they left off last year and are off to historic starts in 2025. Judge leads MLB in hits (83), WAR (4.3), and all three triple-slash stats (.392/.486/.750), propelling New York to the best record in the AL East (35-21). Meanwhile, Ohtani leads MLB in homers (22) and runs (61). He's also pacing the NL in slugging percentage (.670) and total bases (148), helping Los Angeles lead the NL West at 35-22. May 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a home run during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Dodger Parkhurst-Imagn Images If they keep it up, the superstar sluggers will likely repeat as MVP. That would be the first time in MLB history with back-to-back MVP winners in both leagues. If anyone can do it, it's these two. In the meantime, baseball fans are eager to see what they have in store for the rest of the weekend. Advertisement Related: Shohei Ohtani Ties Dodgers Record With Historic Homer Related: Dodgers Fans Upset Over Mookie Betts News Before Yankees Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
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a day ago
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Dodgers 'Scouring Market' For Left-Handed Bench Bat
Dodgers 'Scouring Market' For Left-Handed Bench Bat originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Dodgers are in great shape, sitting atop the National League West with a 36 and 22 record. They are three games ahead of the San Diego Padres for first place in the West. But despite being in a good position, the Dodgers still have needs to address leading up to the MLB trade deadline. Advertisement According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Dodgers are in the market for more offensive help. "The Dodgers," Nightengale wrote, "are scouring the market for a left-handed hitting bat off the bench." The Dodgers' batting order is among the best in baseball. Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, Tommy Edman, Michael Conforto, Dalton Rushing, and Hyeseong Kim are all left-handed batters. While that group is great, the Dodgers are reportedly looking to add depth as a left-handed hitting bench bat. While there will be plenty of intriguing names available at the trade deadline, the Dodgers' target will be one lower on the totem pole. Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Michael Conforto (23), center fielder Hyeseong Kim (6), and right fielder Andy Pages (44) celebrate after the final out of the ninth inning against the New York Yankees at Dodger Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Adding a bench-bat, and a left-handed hitting one specifically, would give the Dodgers more flexibility on their bench. Advertisement While not a major issue, the Dodgers still could use more depth from their left-handed hitters. The Dodgers don't need a star lefty hitter, as Ohtani and Freeman are more than enough. But the left-handed hitting depth is a concern. Conforto is batting just .173, while Muncy had been struggling before his 7 RBI onslaught against the New York Yankees. For their right-handed hitting depth, Enrique Hernandez, Miguel Rojas, and Andy Pages have all been solid contributors when necessary. Nightengale's report doesn't name any specific targets, but he does report that the Dodgers are looking around for a left-handed hitting batter. It's not the most pressing issue for the Dodgers, but it is one to monitor as the trade deadline approaches. Advertisement Related: Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge Make MLB History in Dodgers-Yankees Showdown Related: Dodgers Fans Upset Over Mookie Betts News Before Yankees Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
