who goes out of dodgers lineup with return of hernandez

Tommy Edman is the one expected to move out of the outfield rotation, while Alex Freeland gets pushed into a reduced role at second base when Teoscar Hernández returns to the Dodgers lineup. Dave Roberts said Edman will shift back to second base, which changes the infield mix more than it removes a regular starter outright.

What the move looks like

• Edman goes from the outfield to second base.

• Freeland becomes more of a part-time option at the keystone.

• Edman can also slide to third when Max Muncy sits.

Practical impact

The short version is that Hernández’s return does not appear to knock out one fixed everyday bat so much as it reshuffles positions and playing time. The biggest loser in terms of reps looks to be Freeland, not a locked-in lineup regular.

Bottom line

If you’re asking who “goes out” of the lineup, the best answer is Alex Freeland on most nights, with Tommy Edman moving back to second base to make room for Hernández.