Dodgers Re-Sign Hernández, Extend Muncy Ahead of Spring Training

Two veteran stars return to the defending World Series champions.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed utility player Kiké Hernández to a one-year, $4.5 million contract and extended third baseman Max Muncy's deal through the 2028 season. Hernández, a fan favorite, is recovering from offseason elbow surgery and is not expected to be ready for Opening Day. Muncy, the longest-tenured Dodger, will earn $7 million in 2027 with a $10 million option for 2028.

Why it matters

The Dodgers are gearing up for another World Series run after winning back-to-back championships. Keeping Hernández and Muncy, two key contributors, is crucial to the team's continued success and maintaining continuity with their core group of players.

The details

Hernández's one-year deal will allow the Dodgers to place him on the 60-day injured list to start the season as he recovers from elbow surgery. Muncy's extension keeps him in Dodger blue through his age-37 season, a team-friendly deal that reflects his desire to remain with the organization that signed him to a minor-league contract in 2017 and helped turn him into an All-Star.

  • Hernández announced the news on his Instagram on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
  • The Dodgers placed right-handed pitcher Evan Phillips on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move.

The players

Kiké Hernández

A utility player and fan favorite who has been with the Dodgers since 2016. He is recovering from offseason elbow surgery.

Max Muncy

The longest-tenured Dodger, who has played for the team since 2017 after being signed to a minor-league deal.

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What they’re saying

“What else did you expect?!!!”

— Kiké Hernández (Instagram)

“[Three] in a row has a nice ring to it,”

— Kiké Hernández (Instagram)

“October Kiké is something pretty special. And the track record speaks for itself. Throughout history, he's one of the best throughout history of the postseason.”

— Dave Roberts, Manager (USA Today)

“It means a lot to me. The Dodgers are a franchise that has been around for a very, very long time. A lot of very successful players have played in this organization. And to be able to break that record is kind of huge for me.”

— Max Muncy (USA Today)

What’s next

The Dodgers will monitor Hernández's recovery from elbow surgery as he aims to return early in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Dodgers have maintained continuity with their core group of players, re-signing two beloved veterans in Hernández and Muncy, as they look to continue their recent run of World Series success.