Dodgers’ Blake Snell Underwent Testing on Shoulder, Been Dealing With Issues for 3 Weeks

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell said he underwent testing on his shoulder after being placed on the 15-day injured list. He has been dealing with shoulder soreness for almost a month.

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The results of the MRI showed inflammation, but no structural damage. Snell is “hopeful” he will only miss a few weeks.

Snell threw a bullpen on Sunday, but could not finish it. He spoke to Dodgers trainer Albert Thomas and general manager Brandon Gomes after the bullpen session, and was placed on the IL not long after.

“He started his bullpen and experienced some soreness,” manager Dave Roberts said. “We just felt right there, you’re going to miss a start. We can backdate the three days. I don’t know who we’re bringing, but obviously someone will make his start on Tuesday.”

Roberts revealed Snell is expected to miss at least two starts, but beyond that, the left-hander’s timeline to return is uncertain.

“I think (he will miss) two starts,” Roberts said. “If you’re going to go on the IL, certainly where we’re at in the season, two is the floor and we’ll see from there.”

Read more: Blake Snell Will Miss At Least 2 Starts for Dodgers: ‘We’ll See From There’ Says Dave Roberts

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