Teoscar Hernandez explains defensive struggles in Dodgers' loss to Rockies

Teoscar Hernández has faced challenges this season in right field after re-signing with the Dodgers for three years at $66 million. While defensive metrics show his performance is similar to last year, he has visually regressed, evidenced by multiple missed catches that contributed to a loss. After one incident, Hernández mentioned his attempt to make a difficult play. Manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the need for improvement in Hernandez’s defensive skills without placing blame, suggesting that effort is present but that better performance is essential.

"We were playing no doubles, and like you said, it's a big outfield. I was really far and tried to make a play. I didn't, it came off my glove unfortunately. Things happen. I've just got to wash it and keep moving forward."

"I didn't see the break, I didn't look at the replay, it was up in the air a long time. I thought he had a chance to get it, but it was off his glove. ... He's just got to get better out there. There's just no way to put it."

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