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Dodgers' 2023 First-Round Pick Kendall George Injures Knee Dodging Dog

5/27/2026

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Kendall George Injured

Kendall George, a 2023 first-round Dodgers pick, injured his left knee on Monday in Tulsa while avoiding a bat-retrieving dog.
Imaging on Tuesday revealed unfavorable initial results after he scored on a Josue De Paula single and landed awkwardly while dodging the dog.
In 46 minor-league games he hit .333/.417/.396, stole 26 of 29 attempts and ranks No. 13 among Dodgers prospects, praised for speed like Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson.

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Kiké Hernández Rehab

Kiké Hernández said his elbow rehabilitation program emphasizes gradual strengthening and his vision problems require specialized optical therapy.
He explained that the Dodgers’ partnership with the American Orthopaedic Association will provide players advanced medical resources and injury-prevention education.
He noted that participating in community events helps him maintain perspective while recovering.
He highlighted the Dodgers’ organization-wide health initiatives that support both major-league and minor-league players.

History

Historical Context

In September 1974, Dodgers team physician Dr. Frank Jobe performed the first ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction on pitcher Tommy John, saving a career that later added 164 wins and 14 seasons. The success led Jobe to treat Japan’s Choji Murata in 1982 and publish his technique in 1986. Today roughly one-third of MLB pitchers have undergone the procedure, cementing its role in modern baseball injury management.

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Kendall George Injured

Kendall George, a 2023 first-round Dodgers pick, injured his left knee on Monday in Tulsa while avoiding a bat-retrieving dog.
Imaging on Tuesday revealed unfavorable initial results after he scored on a Josue De Paula single and landed awkwardly while dodging the dog.
In 46 minor-league games he hit .333/.417/.396, stole 26 of 29 attempts and ranks No. 13 among Dodgers prospects, praised for speed like Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson.

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