Teoscar Hernández Breaks Silence: Why He Struggled in Seattle and Found Redemption in L.A.
Former Seattle Mariners slugger Teoscar Hernández has finally opened up about his tough stint with the team in 2023. Speaking on the “Foul Territory” TV program on Thursday, the power hitter revealed why he never found his rhythm at T-Mobile Park.
Hernández, now a Los Angeles Dodgers star, admitted he couldn’t get comfortable in Seattle. His biggest issue? The batter’s eye—he struggled to see the ball properly coming out of the pitcher’s hand.
“It’s not just about mechanics—it’s about vision,” Hernández explained.
For a hitter known for crushing home runs, not being able to track pitches effectively was a major handicap. It affected his timing, confidence, and overall performance, making his year with the Mariners feel like a constant battle.
T-Mobile Park: A Nightmare for Sluggers?
Hernández’s struggles align with recent analyses highlighting how T-Mobile Park suppresses offense. The stadium has long been known as a challenging ballpark for hitters, with its deep outfield and marine-layer air dampening home runs.
At just 32 years old, Hernández boasts a nine-year MLB career, playing for the Houston Astros, Toronto Blue Jays, Mariners, and Dodgers. Despite his Seattle struggles, he still delivered a solid performance, hitting.258 with 26 homers and 93 RBI in 2023.
“People forget that even in a ‘down year,’ I still put up numbers,” Hernández said.
From Doubts to Dominance: Hernández’s Redemption in Los Angeles.
After just one season with the Mariners, Hernández moved to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024, where he reignited his career. The slugger smashed 33 home runs, drove in 99 RBIs, and played a key role in the Dodgers’ World Series championship run.
His resurgence earned him a lucrative three-year contract to stay in Los Angeles, proving that Seattle wasn’t the right fit—but his power was far from gone.
“Sometimes, a change of scenery makes all the difference,” Hernández noted.
Mariners Still Searching for Firepower
The Seattle Mariners’ offense has yet to recover from Hernández’s departure. The team barely missed the playoffs in both 2023 and 2024, falling just one game short each time.
With Hernández gone, M’s lineup still lacks serious firepower. This offseason, they’ve re-signed Jorge Polanco and will lean heavily on Julio Rodríguez and Cal Raleigh to deliver at the plate. But will it be enough?
Seattle fans are still waiting for a true power bat to take over.
Did Seattle Let a Superstar Slip Away?
The Mariners’ decision to move on from Hernández is still a hot topic among fans. Given his explosive comeback in Los Angeles, many are left wondering:
Was Hernández just a victim of Seattle’s unforgiving ballpark?
Or did the Mariners give up on a power bat too soon?
Either way, Hernández has the last laugh—with a World Series ring and a secure future in L.A.
From Doubts to Dominance: Hernández’s Redemption in Los Angeles.
After just one season with the Mariners, Hernández moved to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024, where he reignited his career. The slugger smashed 33 home runs, drove in 99 RBIs, and played a key role in the Dodgers’ World Series championship run.
His resurgence earned him a lucrative three-year contract to stay in Los Angeles, proving that Seattle wasn’t the right fit—but his power was far from gone.
