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Dodgers Utilize Ohtani as Opener to Offset Rotational Injuries

A knee inflammation setback for Michael Kopech has pushed the injured list to 12, spurring roster shuffles alongside advancing rehab for key arms.

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Jun 16, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Michael Kopech (45) delivers to the plate in the seventh inning against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Shohei Ohtani is slated to make his fourth career start as an opener on Saturday against Houston after delivering two scoreless innings in Kansas City last weekend.
  • Michael Kopech was placed on the injured list retroactive to June 28 with right knee inflammation; scans revealed no serious damage and he received an anti-inflammatory injection.
  • Right-hander Will Klein was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City to bolster the bullpen after recording 3⅔ scoreless innings in two appearances this season.
  • Roki Sasaki is pain-free and has resumed flat-ground throwing with increased velocity and effort as the club monitors his next mound session.
  • Tyler Glasnow will make a rehab start Thursday in Oklahoma City while Blake Snell and Blake Treinen are scheduled to throw to hitters Wednesday as they progress toward return.