Teoscar Hernández has officially signed a lucrative three-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, amounting to $66 million. The deal includes a fourth-year option worth $15 million, alongside a substantial $23 million signing bonus and an additional $23 million in deferrals. Hernández previously played for the Dodgers during the 2024 season, showcasing impressive performance with a batting average of .272, 33 home runs, and 32 doubles over 154 games. His remarkable season earned him an All-Star selection and his third Silver Slugger award, while his 4.3 WAR marked a personal best.

The Dodgers' outfield will see Hernández join a talented roster, featuring fellow free-agent addition Michael Conforto, along with Tommy Edman, Andy Pages, James Outman, and Chris Taylor. At 32 years old, Hernández was ranked as the No. 17 free agent of the 2024-25 offseason by CBS Sports, highlighting his strong offensive capabilities despite concerns regarding his age and strikeout rates. Throughout his nine-season career, he has maintained an OPS+ of 121 and a total of 192 home runs, establishing himself as a valuable asset to any team.

Tommy Edman has secured a five-year, $74 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Dodgers, which includes a sixth-year club option. The deal features a $17 million signing bonus and deferred payments, mirroring Blake Snell's recent contract.

Edman, who joined the Dodgers via a trade this season, has been pivotal in their playoff success, earning NLCS MVP honors. His versatility allows him to excel at shortstop and center field, addressing key positions for the team as they prepare for the 2025 season.

In Game 2 of the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 4-2 victory over the New York Yankees, but superstar Shohei Ohtani suffered a partially dislocated left shoulder while attempting to steal second base. His availability for the remainder of the series is uncertain, casting a shadow over the Dodgers' 2-0 lead.

Manager Dave Roberts remains optimistic about Ohtani's recovery, but if he misses games, the Dodgers may need to adjust their lineup, possibly shifting Freddie Freeman to DH and bringing in Kevin Kiermaier or James Outman to fill the roster gap.

Despite Ohtani's struggles at the plate in the series, the Dodgers are in a strong position historically, with a high success rate for teams leading 2-0 in a best-of-seven series.