Dodgers Call Up Hyeseong Kim After Mookie Betts Injury

The 24-year-old infielder will split time at shortstop with veteran Miguel Rojas.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:19pm

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Following Mookie Betts' move to the injured list with a right oblique strain, the Los Angeles Dodgers have officially called up infielder Hyeseong Kim from Triple-A Oklahoma City. Kim, who had been playing well in the minors, will join the major league club and split time at shortstop with veteran Miguel Rojas.

Why it matters

The Dodgers are chasing their first three-peat in franchise history, and Betts' injury is a significant blow to their lineup. Kim's callup provides depth and flexibility in the infield as the team navigates Betts' recovery timeline.

The details

Kim played six games for Triple-A Oklahoma City before getting the call, posting an impressive .346/.438/.385 slash line with two RBIs and four walks. The 24-year-old has primarily played second base in the minors, but will now see time at shortstop alongside Rojas. Alex Freeland also has the ability to play shortstop but will primarily serve at second base.

  • On April 5, 2026, the Dodgers officially called up Hyeseong Kim from Triple-A.
  • On April 4, 2026, Mookie Betts left the Dodgers' game against the Washington Nationals with a right oblique strain and was placed on the injured list.

The players

Hyeseong Kim

A 24-year-old infielder who was called up by the Los Angeles Dodgers from their Triple-A affiliate in Oklahoma City.

Mookie Betts

The starting shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers who was placed on the injured list with a right oblique strain.

Miguel Rojas

A veteran infielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers who will split time at shortstop with Hyeseong Kim.

Alex Freeland

A Dodgers infielder who can play shortstop but will primarily serve at second base.

Dave Roberts

The manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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What they’re saying

“It's certainly more moderate than significant. We'll huddle up and see if we need to get a player here to protect against us, depending on how the MRI comes. But yeah, (Betts) certainly won't be playing the next couple days, I would assume.”

— Dave Roberts, Manager, Los Angeles Dodgers

What’s next

The Dodgers will monitor Mookie Betts' recovery timeline and determine if they need to make any additional roster moves to provide depth in the infield during his absence.

The takeaway

Hyeseong Kim's callup provides the Dodgers with a talented young infielder who can help fill the void left by Mookie Betts' injury. As the team chases its first three-peat, Kim's performance could be crucial in keeping their season on track.