Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball utility player |
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| Nationality | Puerto Rican |
| Date of Birth | 24/08/1991 |
| Age | 34 years |
| Birthplace | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
Latest News about Kike Hernandez
05/07/2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers reinstated Kiké Hernández from the injured list on July 5, 2026, and designated infielder/outfielder Santiago Espinal for assignment to make room for his return. This move strengthens the Dodgers' roster as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 postseason, where Hernández's playoff experience is expected to be crucial.
20/04/2026
Kiké Hernández was named the 'Player of the Day' by the MLB community on April 20, 2026, following his standout performance in a key regular-season game against the Toronto Blue Jays. His clutch hitting and defensive versatility highlighted his continued value as one of the league's most reliable utility players.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Enrique José Hernández González Jr. |
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| Nickname | Kiké |
| Known For | Major League Baseball utility player and October legend |
| Bats/Throws | Right/Right |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
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| Weight | 195 lb |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | American Military Academy, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Mariana Vicente |
| Children | Penelope Hernández |
Relationships & More
| Wife | Mariana Vicente |
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Family
| Father | Enrique Hernández Sr. |
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Career
| Major League Debut | 01/07/2014 |
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| Draft | 2009 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros, Round 6, Pick 191 |
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| Position | Utility player |
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Style Quotient
| Bats | Right |
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| Throws | Right |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/kikehndez/ | |
| https://twitter.com/kikehndez |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born as Enrique José Hernández González Jr. | |
| 2. He made his MLB debut in 2014 with the Houston Astros. | |
| 3. He has played multiple infield and outfield positions as a utility player. | |
| 4. He won World Series titles with the Los Angeles Dodgers. | |
| 5. He is widely known as an 'October Legend' for his exceptional playoff performance. | |
| 6. He is a switch-hitter in practice but throws and bats right in official games. |