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The Dodgers recalled Alex Freeland from Triple-A Oklahoma City as part of their September roster expansion, choosing the infielder over outfield prospects despite earlier indications they’d add an option to platoon in left field with Teoscar Hernández, per DodgerBlue.com. Manager Dave Roberts cited familiarity with Freeland as the driving factor in the decision.

Freeland has been a utility option at the big-league level this season, appearing in games at third base, shortstop, and second base. His versatility and known track record with the organization made him the path of least resistance for a September call-up. Roberts had previously floated the idea of bringing in a fresh arm or new bat to share reps in left, but the organizational comfort level with Freeland won out in the end.

This tells us something about where the front office’s head is. They’re not urgently seeking new offensive pieces for the stretch run — they’re filling the roster with bodies they already know and trust. That’s either confidence in what we have, or it’s a sign we’re not making any last-minute aggressive moves.

Source(s): DodgerBlue.com | First reported: September 2, 2026 1:05 PM UTC

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