The Dodgers’ very own Mr. October is back, and making sure everyone knows it. Kike Hernandez, hitting .313 this postseason, has once again come alive when the World Series ring seems closer. After rejoining the Dodgers in February on a one-year, $6.5 million deal, the utility man struggled through the regular season, batting just .233. But as soon as October rolled around, Hernandez was right back in his element.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts summed it up perfectly. “Kike in October is truly special. His record speaks for itself. He’s one of the greatest postseason players in history.” But the funny thing is, when Hernandez first returned to L.A., he himself didn’t expect to stick around for long. Now, he’s reminding everyone why October just isn’t the same without him.

“I was hoping I’

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