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Dodgers option Hyeseong Kim to the minors to make room for Santiago Espinal on the roster.
Espinal was re-signed after clearing waivers and returning to the Dodgers.
Espinal’s defensive versatility and veteran experience add depth to the infield.
Kim has struggled at the plate with a .174 average since May 8.
Teoscar Hernández’s injury prompted further roster moves as the Dodgers called up Ryan Ward.
Alex Freeland was called up after Kiké Hernández’s injury to add right-handed depth.
Hernández’s injury led to a shift in the Dodgers' bench and roster composition.
Espinal’s prior stint with the Dodgers featured a .220 average in 41 at-bats before his re-signing.
The Dodgers aim to strengthen bench depth amid injuries as the season progresses.
The Dodgers continue to adjust their roster after injuries and waivers.

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Dodgers designate Santiago Espinal for assignment to make room for Kiké Hernández, who was returning from injury.
Espinal cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City, then re-signed as Kim was optioned.
Hyeseong Kim was optioned to Triple-A as Espinal returned to the Dodgers after the waiver process.
Kim had slashed .186/.250/.186 over the last 15 games with 16 strikeouts, four walks, three RBIs, and eight hits.
Manager Dave Roberts said Kim needs to work on his swing and get back to playing every day to restore his form.
Kim is expected to return to the Dodgers later this season after his Triple-A stint.
Alex Freeland was recalled to join the Dodgers after a productive Triple-A stretch, illustrating the ongoing roster juggling.
The move was part of a broader effort to balance playing time and roster needs after Hernández's return.
Espinal is back with the Dodgers, marking a quick roster turnaround within a few days.
The report originates from LA Sports Report and cites Jack Harris of the California Post for the roster moves.

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