Overview
- Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Phillips will undergo Tommy John surgery next Wednesday, ruling him out for the remainder of the season.
- The expected 12- to 18-month recovery timeline puts Phillips’ return around mid-2026.
- Los Angeles acquired reliever Alexis Diaz from the Cincinnati Reds to help fill the gap in its bullpen.
- Starters Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow and Roki Sasaki remain on the injured list, intensifying staff depth concerns.
- Shohei Ohtani is set to throw live batting practice soon, and Mookie Betts is listed day-to-day with a toe injury.