Dodgers Notes: LA Officially Releases Pitcher, Will Smith Setback, Shohei Ohtani Start Pushed Back
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Dodgers Notes: LA Officially Releases Pitcher, Will Smith Setback, Shohei Ohtani Start Pushed Back
"The Los Angeles Dodgers enjoyed a day off on Thursday after sweeping the Colorado Rockies to extend their winning streak to four. In other news, the Dodgers officially released a right-handed pitcher. The 26-year-old was designated for assignment by the Dodgers over the weekend and made 10 appearances for LA. Additionally, manager Dave Roberts provided an update on All-Star catcher Will Smith's injury. A setback with his hand ahead of Wednesday's game resulted in the backstop being a late scratch to the eventual clobbering of the Colorado Rockies."
"Finally, the Dodgers pushed back superstar Shohei Ohtani's next scheduled pitching start. After the expectation was Ohtani would pitch in San Francisco against the Giants, fans will have to wait until the Dodgers return home next week to see the three-time MVP take the mound. Here's all the latest Dodgers news and stories (click the headline for the full article): Dodgers Officially Release Right-Hander Pitcher Dodgers' Dave Roberts Provides Update on Will Smith's Setback, Return Timeline Dodgers Push Back Shohei Ohtani's Next Scheduled Pitching Start Could the Dodgers Use Emmet Sheehan in the Postseason?"
The Dodgers took a day off after sweeping the Colorado Rockies to extend a winning streak to four games. The team officially released a 26-year-old right-handed pitcher who had been designated for assignment and made 10 appearances for Los Angeles. Manager Dave Roberts reported that All-Star catcher Will Smith experienced a hand setback and was a late scratch prior to the Rockies game. The club pushed back Shohei Ohtani's next scheduled start, moving his expected outing from San Francisco to a home start next week. Additional coverage includes roster questions, postseason bullpen possibilities, and fan reactions.
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