What Are Some Of Kiké Hernández Best Plays?
Kiké Hernández, also known as Enrique Jose Hernández Gonzalez, is a versatile and talented player in Major League Baseball (MLB). He has played for several teams, including the Houston Astros, Miami Marlins, Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox. Over the years, Hernandez has made a name for himself with his clutch plays and amazing defensive skills. In this article, we'll take a closer look at some of Hernandez's best plays.
One of Hernández's most memorable moments was in game 5 of the 2017 National League Championship Series against the Chicago Cubs. He hit three home runs, including a grand slam, and drove in seven runs to tie the record for most RBIs in a postseason game. That game helped the Dodgers win the National League title and send them to their first World Series since 1988.
Another remarkable play was on April 19, 2019, when Hernández hit a three-run home run against Josh Hader of the Milwaukee Brewers. He became the first player to hit a home run off Hader when the count was 0-2, and the Dodgers won the game 5-3.
On August 22, 2019, Hernández hit a walk-off hit to win a game against the Toronto Blue Jays. It was a special moment, as it was his bobblehead night. Bottom of the ninth and one on base, Hernández would make his first career walk-off hit to win the game 3-2.
In the sixth inning of Game 7 of the 2020 National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves, Hernández was called in to pinch hit and he delivered a game-tying solo home run. With this home run, Hernández became the first player to hit a pinch hit, game-tying or go-ahead home run in a winner-take-all postseason game. This home run helped the Dodgers win the game 4-3 and send them to the World Series - where they won their first national title in 32 years.
Hernández's amazing defensive skills were on full display during a game against the Braves at Fenway Park in 2021. Second baseman Hernández was in the shift and positioned into shallow right field with two runners in scoring position and one out in the third inning. He made a great heads-up play, fielding Ozzie Albies' grounder and firing the baseball to third baseman Rafael Devers to cut down Marcell Ozuna who was headed from second to third. Red Sox manager Alex Cora praised Hernández's play, calling it one of the best he's ever seen.
Hernández began the 2021 season as Boston's primary center fielder and also saw time at second base. He was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain but returned after a rehabilitation assignment, where he hit two home runs, including the first grand slam in the team's history. He was named the AL Player of the Week after hitting .400 with nine RBIs during July 19-25.
Finally, on October 11, Hernández hit a sacrifice fly in Game 4 of the ALDS to send the Red Sox to the American League Championship Series. During the final three games of the Division Series and the first two games of the League Championship Series, Hernández set a new MLB record for the most total bases in a five-game playoff span, with 34. He also set a new Red Sox franchise record for the most total bases in any five-game span.
In conclusion, Kiké Hernández is a talented and versatile player in Major League Baseball. He has made a name for himself with his clutch plays, amazing defensive skills and incredible moments in big games. He continues to be a valuable player for the Boston Red Sox and will no doubt make more amazing plays in the future.








