Dodgers Confirm Mookie Betts Remains Shortstop After Defensive Review

Following a 4-3 loss to the Colorado Rockies marked by two critical errors from Teoscar Hernández in right field, the Los Angeles Dodgers held a meeting involving Mookie Betts, manager Dave Roberts, and president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman. Despite Betts' willingness to move back to right field, where he is a six-time Gold Glove winner, the Dodgers have not officially discussed shifting him from shortstop this season, affirming their commitment to him at that position. Hernández, who has struggled defensively with a negative defensive WAR and multiple errors, faces pressure to improve, as defense remains a pivotal factor for postseason success. The team is considering repositioning Hernández to left field and possibly utilizing Alex Freeland or Miguel Rojas at shortstop to address defensive weaknesses. Roberts emphasized that Hernández's struggles are not due to lack of effort but that improvement is necessary, underscoring the importance of defense in winning baseball. The Dodgers are seeking to balance offensive production with defensive reliability as they approach the postseason.