Kiké Hernández Reflects on Dodgers' NLDS Victory: "This Showed a Lot from Us"
After the Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their spot in the National League Championship Series (NLCS) with a 2-0 win over the San Diego Padres, Kiké Hernández couldn't hide his emotions. It was a tense and hard-fought series, and Hernández’s solo home run in Game 5 was a pivotal moment that set the tone early for the Dodgers. Speaking after the game, Hernández expressed the pride he felt in his team's resilience, stating, “This showed a lot from us.”
Hernández’s homer came in the second inning, launching a deep shot to left field that gave the Dodgers a crucial 1-0 lead. With two outs and the pressure mounting, Hernández delivered a 428-foot blast, providing the spark the Dodgers needed in a game defined by tight pitching and minimal scoring. The Dodgers bullpen, anchored by rookie starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto and relievers like Evan Phillips and Blake Treinen, dominated the Padres lineup, retiring 19 consecutive batters to close out the game.
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Beyond the physical play on the field, Hernández touched on the emotional side of the victory, emphasizing the team’s mental toughness. "It’s not just about how we play, it’s how we fight," he said. Facing injuries throughout the season and multiple playoff eliminations in previous years, the Dodgers were determined to not fall short again. Hernández's contribution wasn’t just his bat, but his leadership and ability to come through in the clutch—something the Dodgers have relied on for years.
Hernández also had an unforgettable post-game interview moment with FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal. When asked about what made this year’s team different, Hernández responded with an unfiltered, heartfelt reply, "The fact that we don’t give a f***." While the comment stirred up some attention, it also captured the raw determination and passion behind the Dodgers' push to the NLCS. For Hernández, this victory was personal, a reminder of the grit and resilience required to advance at this stage.
As the Dodgers look ahead to their NLCS showdown with the New York Mets, the performance of players like Kiké Hernández will be critical. His ability to deliver when it matters most, both at the plate and in the locker room, is something the team will lean on heavily. For Dodgers fans, Hernández's words and actions speak to the heart of what this team has become—a relentless and fearless contender ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead.
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