While we knew this would eventually happen at some point during this offseason, it doesn’t make it hurt any less. After six years with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Kíke Hernandez hit the open market in search of a new contract. Unfortunately, that team is not Los Angeles but the Boston Red Sox.
According to MLB reporter Mark Feinsand, Hernandez and the Red Sox have agreed to a two-year $14 million deal. While Los Angeles could have made such an offer to the former utility man, it just couldn’t guarantee him a starting gig that he was looking for.
Per source, Hernandez’s deal with the Red Sox is for two years and $14 million. https://t.co/59edxPM6nM
— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) January 23, 2021
During his time as a Dodger, Kíke became a fan favorite. Whether it be crushing home runs in the postseason, flashing the leather, or his quirky personality, he always gave fans a show.
Now pitching for the #Dodgers: Kiké Hernandez 😂pic.twitter.com/2sog5vbQ5R
— VENUE KINGS (@VKingsLA) July 25, 2018
Enrique Hernandez goes yard for the third time. He has the most homers and RBIs in a playoff game in L.A. history. pic.twitter.com/3DizFDxSrR
— 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 (@sportingnews) October 20, 2017
That's not Corey Seager, that's Enrique Hernandez flashing the leather 👀⚡️ pic.twitter.com/ebikfPh9Cm
— Dugout Nation (@DugoutNation) June 28, 2017
https://twitter.com/Funmlbstats/status/1318021933057888258?s=20
We need to start a petition for more Kiké Hernandez interviews pic.twitter.com/cOgFtKU5FH
— ♛𝕃𝕒𝕨𝕣𝕖𝕟𝕔𝕖♛ (@TheBlazingKing_) September 5, 2020
The Few The Proud Enrique Hernandez in The Outfield pic.twitter.com/HWY1HGlHJM
— #Re2pect ✊ (@iLetsPlayBall) September 22, 2018
Kiké Hernández hits a home run then blows some kisses to the guys who were heckling him, a breakdown pic.twitter.com/l65To6AVel
— Jomboy (@Jomboy_) June 28, 2019
#Dodgers Kike Hernandez Mr Rally Banana himself getting in pregame form #RallyBanana pic.twitter.com/0uxdS0IXwk
— Rich Stephenson (@LA_Dodgers_Fans) October 3, 2015
On the bright side, Hernandez will be given the opportunity to start every day with the Red Sox as well as be with former teammate Alex Verdugo. He did get to go out with a bang as he helped the Dodgers win their first World Series in 32 years.
