Michael Conforto of the Los Angeles Dodgers is struggling with a .168 batting average, significantly below his career average of .246. The 32-year-old outfielder has hit just four home runs and driven in 13 runs over 65 games played this season. In response to his poor performance, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced that Conforto will sit for a game, allowing rookie Hyeseong Kim, who is performing well with a .382 average, more playing time. The Dodgers currently lead the NL West by 3.5 games over the San Francisco Giants.

The team is on a four-game winning streak and looks to extend it with Emmet Sheehan (4-1, 4.92 ERA) starting against the Padres. With the new addition of Kim, who has already made a mark with two home runs and 11 RBIs, the Dodgers are hoping to infuse some fresh energy into their lineup as they aim for a strong finish to the regular season.