One of the biggest question marks for the Los Angeles Dodgers heading into Spring Training this year was who would win the second base job, with Kiké Hernandez and Chris Taylor factoring most prominently in an open competition.
Both are extremely versatile and have the ability to play all across the diamond, so regardless of who assumed which role, Hernandez and Taylor are expected to essentially be everyday players in 2019.
Hernandez came out this spring with a purpose though, leading the team in many offensive categories. Because of that, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed on Saturday that he will begin the season as the team’s second baseman while Taylor will play a utility role, via Bill Plunkett of the Southern California News Group:
#Dodgers Dave Roberts confirmed what had become obvious — Kike' Hernandez will be the primary 2B.