Scouting Report: Rolando Espinosa
Chicago Cubs | 3B
Overall
Summary
Santiago Espinal is a utility infielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers who signed a one-year, $2.5 million deal. After struggling early in the 2026 season (.200 BA, .543 OPS through mid-May), the Dodgers restructured his contract with an extended consent clause, keeping him on the roster. He hit his first home run of the season on May 14 against the Giants. Espinal has filled a limited role, primarily as a right-handed option off the bench and against left-handed pitchers. His roster spot remains somewhat precarious with the return of Mookie Betts and the upcoming activation of Kiké Hernández later in May.
Strengths
- Hit first home run of season on May 14
- Earned Opening Day roster spot after strong Spring Training
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