{
  "id": 2151965,
  "title": "Dodgers DFA 6-Year MLB Veteran Pitcher",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/dodgers-dfa-6-year-mlb-veteran-pitcher",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T14:20:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/mlb/dodgers-dfa-6-year-mlb-veteran-pitcher-12346906"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a roster move, designating pitcher Jonathan Hernandez for assignment. The decision comes after Hernandez's underwhelming performance for the team this season. Hernandez, a 6-year MLB veteran, appeared in just 16 games for the Dodgers, posting a 0-0 record, a 5.68 ERA, and 22 strikeouts. Despite playing 20 appearances at Triple-A, he struggled with a 1-0 record, two saves, 28 strikeouts, and a 5.24 ERA.\n\nHernandez's career in the majors spans six seasons, during which he played for the Texas Rangers, Seattle Mariners, and Dodgers. He posted a 13-8 record, a 4.49 ERA, and 172 strikeouts across 143 games. With the Dodgers moving on from Hernandez, teams seeking additional pitching depth may want to consider him with a waiver claim. The 6-foot-3 right-handed pitcher, known for his past success in the majors, could potentially bolster a team's bullpen if he could improve upon his career statistics.",
  "summary": "The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a roster move, as they have designated pitcher Jonathan Hernandez for assignment.",
  "key_points": [
    "Los Angeles Dodgers designate pitcher Jonathan Hernandez for assignment.",
    "Hernandez, 6-year MLB veteran, posted 0-0 record, 5.68 ERA in 16 games.",
    "Dodgers may explore waiver claim for experienced pitcher with career 13-8 record."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}