In a press conference ahead of the Dodgers-Giants matchup in Los Angeles, manager Dave Roberts addressed the team’s decision to send prospect Freeland to Triple-A, calling it a “difficult decision.” Roberts explained that Kim Hyeseong, who has been performing well recently, earned the spot over Freeland, adding, “Hyeseong showed better performance overall.”
Roberts also confirmed that star infielder Mookie Betts has been activated from the injured list and will rejoin the lineup. Betts had been sidelined since April 5 with a right oblique strain. “It’s great to have Mookie back. He brings energy and production to the team,” Roberts said.
The Dodgers face the Giants in what is expected to be a pivotal series, with Betts returning to strengthen the offense. The move to option Freeland, a highly touted prospect, surprised some fans, but Roberts emphasized that the decision was based on current team needs and performance.
