Red Sox Could Pursue Dodgers Slugger Teoscar Hernández
A prediction published on November 2 said the Boston Red Sox could target Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández as an offseason trade addition to strengthen their offense.
On November 2, a prediction about Boston’s offseason plans named Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández as a possible significant trade addition. The Red Sox have pursued him before, including during 2024 free agency, when he signed with Los Angeles instead.
Boston’s lineup is largely in place, and most of its 2026 bullpen remains, leaving added power as a key need. One option would be bringing in a regular designated hitter; another would be adding a middle infielder and moving Trevor Story or Curtis Mead into the DH role. Hernández could serve as an outfielder or part-time DH.
Hernández batted .267 with 16 home runs and 64 RBIs in 125 games in 2026. He is due to earn slightly more than $17 million in 2027, and his 2028 contract includes a $15 million club option. Before 2026, he had hit at least 25 home runs in every season since 2020, giving Boston reason to hope for more power if he stays healthy.
The Dodgers have young outfielders who could take on a larger role, and making Hernández available could help the club reduce payroll. The prediction argues Boston should pursue him if Los Angeles does so, presenting him as a less costly alternative to a major target such as Elly De La Cruz. No trade has been announced.