"Availability has been a major issue for Graterol over the past two seasons, with just 7.1 innings pitched in that time due to injury. It is an unfortunate reality for him and the Dodgers, considering he was one of their best relievers in 2023. He enters 2026 returning from right shoulder surgery that forced him to miss the entire 2025 season."
"Graterol's absence is significant, but it shouldn't impact the team's ability to start the season off strong. The Dodgers' bullpen depth will help soften the blow in the meantime. The 27-year-old is in the final year of his contract. In parts of five seasons with the Dodgers, Graterol owns a 10-8 record with a 2.69 ERA, 3.19 FIP and 1.03 WHIP over 181 innings pitched."
Dodgers strengthened their bullpen by signing Edwin Díaz as the new closer and anticipate contributions from Tanner Scott's potential rebound and prospects like Jack Dreyer. Brusdar Graterol has struggled with availability, totaling only 7.1 innings over the past two seasons due to injury and undergoing right shoulder surgery that wiped out 2025. The team will slow-play his recovery, so he will not be ready to start the season, and the Dodgers will rely on bullpen depth to cover his absence. Graterol is 27 and in the final year of his contract with a 10-8 record, 2.69 ERA, 3.19 FIP and 1.03 WHIP across 181 innings. Evan Phillips was re-signed and is expected to return around July.
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