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Dodgers Shut Down Blake Snell After Renewed Shoulder Discomfort

The left-hander will pause his throwing program and undergo re-examination in Los Angeles as the team navigates mounting rotation challenges.

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TOKYO, JAPAN - MARCH 16: Manager Dave Roberts #30 of the Los Angeles Dodgers receives the ball from Blake Snell #7 on the mound for the pitching change in the bottom of the fifth inning during the game against Hanshin Tigers at Tokyo Dome on March 16, 2025 in Tokyo, Japan.
Dodgers starting pitcher Blake Snell has been shut down again after he felt renewed discomfort in his shoulder. He will be re-examined when the team returns to Los Angeles. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/SCNG)
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Overview

  • Blake Snell, sidelined since early April with left shoulder inflammation, has been shut down from throwing after experiencing discomfort during a catch session on Tuesday.
  • Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Snell will be re-examined upon the team’s return to Los Angeles and emphasized a cautious approach to prioritize long-term health.
  • Snell, who signed a five-year, $182 million contract in the offseason, has made just two starts this season, posting a 2.00 ERA over nine innings before landing on the injured list.
  • The Dodgers’ rotation remains under strain, with Clayton Kershaw and Tyler Glasnow progressing through rehab assignments while spot starters and bullpen games fill gaps in the meantime.
  • Manager Dave Roberts expressed optimism about Kershaw’s recovery after his latest rehab outing but acknowledged lingering toe issues that may persist throughout the season.