Dodgers rookie Ryan Ward is describing his pregame routine as he settles into a spot on the major league roster. Ward was called up to the roster in place of Teoscar Hernández, who is on the injured list with a left hamstring strain. In the reported interviews, Ward discusses how he prepares before games and mentions working with Dodgers third base coach Dino Ebel as part of his routine. The coverage frames Ward’s explanations as part of his efforts to establish himself and make the case for continued playing time on the team. Across the sources, the key context remains the same: Hernández’s injury creates the opening on the roster, and Ward is now occupying that role. The articles focus primarily on Ward’s approach to pregame preparation rather than on game statistics or specific on-field performance, emphasizing his day-to-day habits and the influence of coaching as he adjusts to the responsibilities of being on the active roster.