Overview
- Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Monday at spring training that Edman will start the season on the injured list with no firm return date.
- The team describes his rehab as checkpoint-based following a right-ankle debridement in November after a 2025 season limited to 97 games and a .225/.274/.382 line.
- Miguel Rojas and Andy Ibanez are expected to handle second base early as Hyeseong Kim and Alex Freeland compete for a 26-man roster spot.
- Roberts noted Kim could also see time in center field, reflecting depth adjustments while Edman, who has resumed swings, light jogging and agility work, builds back to full speed.
- Seeking coverage for the infield, the Dodgers recently signed utility man Santiago Espinal, as reported by The Athletic.