WATCH: Kike Hernandez shows off his dance moves in Dodgers dugout
Kike Hernandez’s first game back with the LA Dodgers was memorable as he pulled out some of his unique dance moves in the dugout. He even received a standing ovation from his teammates before proceeding to his first at-bat.
Hernández went 2-for-4 in the game against the Toronto Blue Jays, a day after being traded from the Boston Red Sox.
Talkin’ Baseball posted a video of Kike Hernandez’s quirky dance moves.
Kiké with an incredible return to the Dodger dugout pic.twitter.com/YbnmswwuzP
The post read:
“Kiké with an incredible return to the Dodger dugout.”
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Kike Hernandez share a special bond
Kike Hernandez and the Los Angeles Dodgers share a special bond. He spent six seasons with the team before becoming a free agent following the 2020 season. Alongside third baseman Justin Turner, he helped the Dodgers clinch the 2020 World Series.
2021 was a season to remember for Hernandez, however, he has struggled ever since. Through his last 725 trips to the plate, he has batted .222/.286/.330 (67 OPS+), registered 12 home runs and 76 RBIs, with only three stolen bases.
Grand Slam! Kike Hernandez goes yard to put the Dodgers up 7-0 in the third! #NLCS #MLBonTBS pic.twitter.com/ctAmB3Fuf3
"Grand Slam! Kike Hernandez goes yard to put the Dodgers up 7-0 in the third!" - TBS Network
Hernandez struggled on the field and at the plate for the Boston Red Sox. His batting average was .222 in 86 games and he led the MLB with 15 errors.
The Dodgers are likely to use Hernandez against left-handed pitching. He would also probably be used at second base and center field.