{"id":739774,"date":"2026-06-30T22:03:16","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T22:03:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/739774\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T22:03:16","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T22:03:16","slug":"dodgers-recall-right-hander-at-veteran-relievers-expense","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/739774\/","title":{"rendered":"Dodgers Recall Right-Hander at Veteran Reliever’s Expense"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a roster move ahead of Tuesday\u2019s game against the Athletics, recalling right-hander Wyatt Mills from Triple-A.<\/p>\n

In a corresponding move, they designated right-hander Jonathan Hernandez for assignment.<\/p>\n

Mills came up to be with the team earlier in the season, last appearing for them against the Los Angeles Angels in mid-May. He appeared in a total of four games for the Dodgers, and allowed three runs in 3.1 innings for an 8.10 OPS.<\/p>\n

The Dodgers likely recalled Mills due to Hernandez\u2019s recent underperformance, as well as the fact that they fill a similar role and Hernandez pitched in the Dodgers\u2019 win on Monday. Bringing Mills up gives the Dodgers more options in their bullpen, especially for low-leverage situations.<\/p>\n

\"MayMay 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Wyatt Mills (58) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Mills arrived with the Dodgers in the offseason on a minor league deal<\/a>, and while he hasn\u2019t been a world-beater in the big leagues, he has been extremely impressive in the minors. Through 26 appearances in a hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League, Mills has a 2.64 ERA with 45 strikeouts in 30.2 innings pitched.<\/p>\n

The right-hander\u2019s next opportunity to make a difference for the Dodgers will come against the Athletics in the second game of LA\u2019s three-game series against the AL West squad, which will begin Tuesday at 6:40 p.m. PT.<\/p>\n

Why Did Jonathan Hern\u00e1ndez Get DFA\u2019d?<\/p>\n

Hernandez pitched in the first game of the Dodgers\u2019 series against the Athletics<\/a> on Monday, hurling 1.1 innings and striking out one batter while allowing the final run of the game to cross in the ninth. The 29-year-old right-hander made 12 appearances this season, posting an 8.15 ERA through 17.2 innings pitched.<\/p>\n

\"MayMay 26, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Jonathan Hernandez (29) throws against the Colorado Rockies during the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

He had a solid record after his first four appearances for the team<\/a>, posting a 1.50 ERA, but things quickly fell apart for him in June. He allowed six runs against the Los Angeles Angels June 7, then allowed four runs in back-to-back appearances against the Baltimore Orioles and San Diego Padres.<\/p>\n

Now on waivers, Hernandez will look to join a new team and prove himself as an MLB-caliber reliever elsewhere in the league.<\/p>\n

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