Dodgers' Kike Hernandez Makes Insane Diving Stop & Throw From His Knees

Defensive excellence often gets passed over in favor of explosive offense, but a great glove is no doubt just as important.

This play by Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Kike Hernandez tops the charts in terms of defensive ability in every possible category.

You’ll probably see this diving stop & throw by Kiké Hernández a lot tonight.

For good reason too. pic.twitter.com/fjwBfMOemQ

— 120 Sports (@120Sports) June 28, 2017

Just having the reflexes to stop that ball ticketed for the hole between short and third was something else, but making the throw to first from his knees put this play over the top for Hernandez.

It’s time to pay a little respect to MLB fundamentals done right.