Teoscar Hernandez carried the Los Angeles Dodgers to the 2024 World Series. While Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and the others played a vital role, it’s safe to say that the Dodgers would not have made it without Hernandez. The star slugger put up some incredible numbers last season.
The Dodgers have been interested in signing Teoscar Hernandez, as they offered him a $21.05 million qualifying offer. Hernandez initially expressed his interest in joining the team. However, the Home Run Derby Champion later declined his qualifying offer. That said, he will enter the free-agent market, and several teams are expected to be behind him.
Teoscar Hernández has reportedly declined his $21.05 million qualifying offer from the Dodgers and will officially enter free agency.
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Hernandez smashed 33 home runs and recorded 99 RBIs in 2024. He held a batting clip of .272 with a .339 OBP and a .840 OPS. Every team would want to get their hands on a productive player like Hernandez. Hence, it will be a bit of a challenge for the Dodgers to retain the star.
Boston Red Sox And Baltimore Orioles Show Interest In Teoscar Hernandez
The latest rumors are that the Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles are showing interest in Hernandez. The Red Sox were linked to Hernandez previously, but they have kept a low profile. Boston was trying to go big by pursuing Juan Soto, but Hernandez will be a better fit for the team.
Previously, the Red Sox offered Teoscar Hernandez $28 million for a two-year contract. Now that he’s a free agent, they are expected to pursue Hernandez again. Apart from the Red Sox, the Baltimore Orioles have emerged as favorites to sign the slugger.
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Hernandez to the Orioles will be a perfect fit and even better than being in Boston. Hernandez will join a talented team that will include Gunnar Henderson, Colton Cowser, Heston Kjerstad, Jackson Holliday, and more. O’s manager, Mike Elias, stated that the team will be looking for a right-handed hitter, who is preferably an outfield.
With several teams in the mix, the Dodgers can lose Hernandez if they don’t act quickly. While Hernandez’s trade rumors get hot, the battle for signing Juan Soto continues as several teams have already met with the Yankees star.
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