Overview
- Snell said his goal is to be ready for Opening Day on March 26, though the Dodgers have not locked in his availability.
- The team intends to slow-play his spring workload after he experienced shoulder discomfort through the World Series that responded to rest and therapy.
- He described his arm as “tired” and “exhausted” following five postseason starts plus a Game 7 bullpen outing during the title run.
- Snell was limited to 11 regular-season starts in 2025 because of shoulder inflammation but posted a 2.35 ERA when healthy.
- He will not participate in the World Baseball Classic, whereas retired Dodgers great Clayton Kershaw is reported to be joining Team USA.