Overview
- The Dodgers placed Díaz on the 15-day injured list for right-side neck inflammation earlier this week, and imaging reportedly showed no structural damage.
- While still on the IL Díaz has resumed throwing and was seen playing catch at Dodger Stadium, a development the team views as a short-term recovery sign.
- Manager Dave Roberts said the club will use Díaz in low-leverage situations when he returns so he can regain feel and confidence before any ninth-inning work.
- Díaz has struggled this season after earlier elbow surgery, posting an 11.85 ERA with 19 strikeouts and seven saves in 13.2 innings across 16 appearances.
- The team’s late-inning plans remain in flux with Tanner Scott and other relievers covering high-leverage duties, and Díaz’s health and form will affect postseason bullpen construction.