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Espinal passed through waivers and remained with the Dodgers after being outrighted to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
Injuries to Kiké Hernández and Teoscar Hernández pressured the Dodgers to reassess infield depth.
Dodgers could reclaim Espinal to back up Max Muncy at third if needed.
Espinal’s 2026 season had him at .220 with one homer in 26 games for the Dodgers.
Hernández injury opened roster space and prompted calls for top prospect Ryan Ward.
Espinal’s career includes seven MLB seasons and a prior All-Star recognition with the Blue Jays.
The Dodgers may reinsert Espinal if they need a right-handed bench bat.
ESPN-labeled article notes Espinal’s role could be bench depth in future roster plans.
Espinal’s waiver status provides a potential economic option for the Dodgers should they trade or recall him.
Espinal’s current Triple-A assignment keeps him as a ready option for the Dodgers’ infield future.

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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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The Dodgers added infield depth as Espinal returns, bolstering defense against left-handed pitching and multiple positions.
Alex Freeland was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City to add infield depth while Hernandez rests and Muncy returns.
Muncy’s return from a brief wrist injury adds reliability to the infield and strengthens the Dodgers’ lineup.

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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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Dodgers place Teoscar Hernández on the injured list with a left hamstring strain, prompting a roster reshuffle.
Ryan Ward is recalled from Triple-A to take Hernández's roster spot and provide right-handed depth.
Espinal is re-signed and added to the roster to bolster infield depth and provide a right-handed bat off the bench.
Kim is optioned to the minors as part of the 40-man roster adjustments.
Blake Snell is transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room on the 40-man roster.
Hernández had been heating up, hitting .346 with a .973 OPS over the last 15 games before the injury.
Ward could see time in left field and spell Freddie Freeman at first base as the Dodgers look to solidify their depth.
Ward previously debuted earlier this year when Freddie Freeman went on paternity leave, marking his second Dodgers opportunity.
Ward is ranked as the Dodgers' No. 19 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and is expected to contribute in multiple roles.
The Dodgers will continue to navigate lineup changes as Hernández misses time, while recalling Ward provides a longer-term option.
Manager Dave Roberts said Hernández's injury is disappointing and will keep him out for weeks, with a Grade 1 strain noted.

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