Overview
- José Ureña, who has no minor-league options remaining, is expected to occupy a bullpen spot only until an injured reliever returns or a prospect is promoted.
- Reliever Evan Phillips underwent Tommy John surgery and will miss the entire 2025 season, intensifying the Dodgers’ search for pitching depth.
- Los Angeles added Will Klein via trade and called up Ryan Loutus earlier this week, triggering a 40-man roster move to make room for Ureña.
- With an 11-year career across nine MLB teams, Ureña offers a sharp slider and command though he has yet to establish consistent strikeout numbers.
- Despite the pitching upheaval, the Dodgers’ high-powered offense has propelled them to a 36-24 record and first place in the NL West.