Dodgers Notes: Bobby Miller’s Future, Miguel Rojas Sidelined, Shohei Ohtani Triple Crown Update
The Dodgers completed a three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday, and can enjoy an off-day at home on Thursday before welcoming the Tampa Bay Rays to Dodger Stadium on Friday.
Here’s all the headlines you might have missed:
Dodgers Persist with Bobby Miller Despite Ongoing Struggles
Bobby Miller’s return to the Dodgers’ rotation after a rocky patch in Triple-A hasn’t gone as hoped. Despite his difficulties, which included a loss to the St. Louis Cardinals where he allowed four runs and two homers in just under five innings, the team plans to keep him starting while Tyler Glasnow is sidelined.
Hamstring Issue Sidelines Miguel Rojas
Just hours before a scheduled game against the Seattle Mariners, infielder Miguel Rojas was scratched from the lineup due to a flare-up of a pre-existing left hamstring injury. Rojas’ absence was a last-minute call, but he’s expected to return Friday against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Ohtani’s Plate Discipline Questioned Amid Slump
August has proven challenging for Shohei Ohtani, whose batting average saw a significant decline, complicating his Triple Crown aspirations. His decreased walk rate and batting issues are relatively minor points of concern for a player on track for a 40-40 season.
Freddie Freeman Soldiers On Despite Finger Fracture
Freddie Freeman has opted to continue playing despite a hairline fracture in his right middle finger. The first baseman insists the injury, sustained during last Saturday’s game, is manageable and won’t sideline him.
Dodgers Prospect Hospitalized Following on-Field Accident
In a concerning incident, Dodgers prospect pitcher Patrick Copen was hospitalized after being struck by a line drive during a minor league game. The Great Lakes Loons game against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers was delayed 21 minutes as he was carted off the field.
Justin Turner Open to Returning to Dodgers
In a poignant homecoming, former Dodger Justin Turner expressed his openness to returning to the team in some capacity in the future. During a pregame ceremony at Dodger Stadium, emotions ran high as Turner reminisced about his career highs with the team.
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