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Dodgers Place Blake Treinen on IL, Activate Evan Phillips to Bolster Bullpen

Blake Treinen is sidelined with right forearm tightness and scheduled for an MRI, while Evan Phillips steps in following his standout 2024 season.

Dodgers relief pitcher Blake Treinen delivers to the plate against the Chicago Cubs on April 11, 2025, at Dodger Stadium. (AP Photo/Jayne Kamin-Oncea)
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Overview

  • Blake Treinen was placed on the Injured List after experiencing right forearm tightness for the past five days, according to manager Dave Roberts.
  • Treinen will undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury, with no immediate concerns expressed by the team.
  • Evan Phillips, who recorded a 0.73 ERA and 18 saves in 2024, has been activated to reinforce the Dodgers’ bullpen.
  • The Dodgers’ deep bullpen, a hallmark of their roster strategy, allows them to manage pitching injuries effectively without significant performance loss.
  • This move follows a series of pitching setbacks for the Dodgers this season, including the recent IL placement of starter Blake Snell.