Chaim Bloom Reveals Fascinating Insights into Kiké Hernández's Trade Journey

Red Sox trade Kiké Hernández to Dodgers after disappointing season.

In a recent trade that sent utility man Kiké Hernández from the Boston Red Sox back to the Los Angeles Dodgers, Red Sox chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom made sure to keep Hernández informed and involved throughout the process. Bloom wanted to ensure that Hernández wasn't blindsided by the trade and took the time to explain the situation to him. During a rain delay at Fenway Park, Bloom opened up about how Hernández handled the news.

Bloom praised Hernández for his positive response, stating that he handled it great. The Red Sox wanted to make sure that Hernández found out about the trade in the right way, so they let him in on the details early. This proved to be valuable as the trade took time to finalize and news was already circulating on the internet. Despite the uncertainty, Hernández remained his usual self and maintained a positive attitude throughout the process.

Bloom expressed his appreciation for Hernández's energy and enthusiasm during his time with the Red Sox. Hernández had an impressive postseason in 2021, batting .408 with five home runs and nine RBIs. However, his performance declined after that, and he struggled this year despite having an increased role. As the starting shortstop, Hernández committed 14 errors and struggled at the plate, hitting .222 with six home runs and 31 RBIs in 86 games.

Despite his struggles, Bloom acknowledged the contributions Hernández made during his time with the Red Sox. He thanked Hernández for his energy and enthusiasm, both on and off the field. Whether it was his game-winning hit in the playoffs or his ability to bring the team together during tough times, Hernández made a positive impact.

As Hernández prepares to join the Dodgers, Bloom expressed gratitude for all that he brought to the Red Sox organization. It was a tough decision to trade him, but Bloom recognized Hernández's contributions and the positive influence he had on the team.