Dodgers rest Teoscar Hernandez as slump lingers vs Braves

Dodgers left Teoscar Hernandez out of the lineup for a game against the Braves amid a protracted slump, as he’s hitting .172 with no home runs and a .441 OPS over his last 18 games. Manager Dave Roberts called it “not great” but framed it as a day off, with Hernandez set to return for the remaining road trip while he and the hitting staff address swing mechanics. Los Angeles remains patient given his postseason track record, though the club could consider other left-field options if the drought continues.