Dodgers sign ex-Phillies pitcher one day after sudden release
Jonathan Hernández has signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers just one day after being released by the Philadelphia Phillies. The right-handed pitcher, who has not played in the MLB since August 2024, was activated for the Dodgers' upcoming series against the San Diego Padres. To accommodate Hernández, the Dodgers made roster adjustments, including optioning Chayce McDermott to Triple-A.
- ▪Jonathan Hernández was released from his minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies before signing with the Dodgers.
- ▪He has not appeared in an MLB game since August 2024 and was activated for the Dodgers' series against the Padres.
- ▪Hernández has a career MLB record of 13-8 with a 4.29 ERA since his debut in 2019.
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