The Los Angeles Dodgers Insider Update’ pitching staff has been hit hard by injuries this season, and according to insider reporting from MLB.com’s Sonja Chen, fans shouldn’t expect any major returns before the All-Star Break .
In a recent update, Chen confirmed that none of the team’s injured starting pitchers — including Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, and Roki Sasaki — are likely to take the mound for the Dodgers before July. Shohei Ohtani, though progressing in his Tommy John rehab, also isn’t expected back before midseason, per Bob Nightengale.
This news comes as a blow to a rotation already stretched thin, but general manager Brandon Gomes says the team is playing the long game — prioritizing health over rushed comebacks.
Snell, Glasnow, and Sasaki Still in Recovery Mode
Each of the three key starters has faced setbacks or slow progress in their rehab timelines:
Blake Snell (shoulder inflammation)
The two-time Cy Young winner signed a massive five-year, $182 million deal with the Dodgers last winter, but has only made two starts since joining the club. He landed on the 15-day IL in April and was later moved to the 60-day IL. No official return date has been set.
Tyler Glasnow (shoulder issues)
Glasnow, another high-profile arm added in the offseason, has also battled shoulder inflammation. He was placed on the 60-day IL in May after his rehab stalled following a bullpen session on May 23.
Roki Sasaki (right shoulder impingement)
Sasaki has appeared in eight games this season, more than Snell or Glasnow, but he too has struggled with recurring shoulder discomfort — an issue he dealt with even during his time in Japan. He’s currently on the 15-day IL and hasn’t received a firm timeline for return.
“They’ve all had slow recoveries,” said Chen. “It’s been slow going for Snell, Sasaki, and Glasnow, who’s in somewhat of a holding pattern.”
Ohtani Progressing, But Not Rushing Back
While not a traditional starter, Shohei Ohtani remains a crucial piece of the Dodgers’ postseason puzzle. The two-way star continues to recover from Tommy John surgery and has shown positive signs, but there’s no rush to get him back on the mound before the break.
His bat remains sorely missed, especially as the team tries to maintain its lead in the NL West.
Dodgers Still Leading Despite Rotation Woes
Despite the injury struggles, the Dodgers remain atop the National League West. Their current healthy starters — Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Dustin May, Tony Gonsolin, Landon Knack , and Clayton Kershaw — have done enough to keep the team competitive.
And if the injured arms do return closer to the postseason as planned, the team could become even more dangerous when it matters most.
Manager Dave Roberts recently echoed that sentiment, saying the team is confident they’ll get everyone back — just not quite yet.
“We know what we’re missing, but we also know what’s at stake in October,” Roberts said. “Patience now could mean success later.”
- Key Takeaways From the Latest Dodgers Injury Report
- No injured starters expected back before All-Star Break
- Snell, Glasnow, and Sasaki all dealing with shoulder issues
- Ohtani progressing, but not rushing back
- Current rotation holding up despite injuries
- Dodgers still leading NL West and planning for a full-strength playoff push
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