Dodgers' Emmet Sheehan to Miss 2024 Season Following UCL Surgery

The 24-year-old pitcher underwent Tommy John surgery after struggling with forearm inflammation since spring training.

Emmet Sheehan had Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, ending his 2024 season.
The Dodgers' pitcher initially experienced forearm inflammation during spring training.
Sheehan posted a 4.92 ERA with 64 strikeouts in 60.1 innings in 2023.
Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the surgery as the best option after Sheehan's condition failed to improve.
The Dodgers will rely on their current rotation and hope for midseason returns of other injured pitchers.