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5mo ago

Dodgers Face Pitching Challenges as Blake Snell Lands on Injured List

The two-time Cy Young winner's shoulder inflammation raises concerns for the Dodgers' rotation depth during a critical stretch of the season.

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Apr 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell (7) throws during the third inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Dodgers starting pitcher Blake Snell shows his frustration after giving up a run during the first inning of a game against the Atlanta Braves earlier this month at Dodger Stadium. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Overview

  • Blake Snell has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left shoulder inflammation, retroactive to April 3.
  • The Dodgers recalled right-handed pitcher Matt Sauer from Triple-A Oklahoma City to help address the roster gap.
  • Manager Dave Roberts expressed concerns about Snell's recovery, stating that his availability for upcoming starts "doesn’t look promising."
  • Snell's injury highlights ongoing concerns about his durability, as this marks his tenth stint on the injured list in his career.
  • The Dodgers face immediate challenges in reconfiguring their pitching rotation, with upcoming games requiring creative solutions to cover for Snell’s absence.