Dodgers' injury troubles escalate with the latest news on Kirby Yates
When the Dodgers went on a major spending spree this offseason, fans were eagerly anticipating another World Series title. However, the team's ultra-talented roster has been hampered by an unexpected string of injuries.
Even the return of veteran pitcher Clayton Kershaw, who recently came off the injured list, was met with a rousing ovation during Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. But it seems another pitcher might be joining Kershaw on the injured list.
New Dodgers reliever Kirby Yates, who signed a one-year, $13 million deal this offseason, recorded just one out before giving up three runs on three hits and a walk. While Yates' outing was disappointing, the injury news might be even worse as he exited the game with right hamstring tightness, according to the Dodgers' official account.
The Dodgers' injury woes extend far beyond Yates. As of the latest updates, they have an unprecedented 15 pitchers on the injured list, including Shohei Ohtani who is not expected to pitch until after the All-Star break[1][2][4]. However, if you consider only those officially on the injured list, the number is 14. Some of the notable absentees include Roki Sasaki, Tyron Glasnow, Blake Snell, and Michael Kopech[2][4].
The team's impressive lineup has been able to cover for the few position players who have landed on the injured list, such as Tommy Edman and Teoscar Hernandez. The question remains, if more pitchers continue to get injured, how long can the Dodgers' roster hold up?
Dodgers' Injury List: A Roster in Turmoil
Here's the list of pitchers currently on the injured list:
- Roki Sasaki (right shoulder impingement)
- Tyler Glasnow
- Blake Snell
- Clayton Kershaw
- Brusdar Graterol
- Michael Grove
- Edgardo Henriquez
- Kyle Hurt
- Michael Kopech
- Evan Phillips
- River Ryan
- Emmet Sheehan
- Blake Treinen
- Kirby Yates (right hamstring strain)
- Gavin Stone is not expected to pitch in 2025[1][2][4].
While Kershaw's return is imminent, the timelines for many others remain uncertain[2][4]. The Dodgers face a challenging season ahead, with their pitching staff stretched thin. They'll need to rely on the depth of their roster and some unlikely heroes to make it through.
Due to the string of injuries, the Dodgers' pitching staff is struggling, with 14 pitchers currently on the injured list, including Kirby Yates who recently sustained a right hamstring strain. Fans worry about more injuries as the season progresses, questioning how long the roster can hold up.
Rumors of further injuries and long recovery times for some pitchers, such as Roki Sasaki, Tyron Glasnow, Blake Snell, and Michael Kopech, add to the concerns about the team's pitching depth in the upcoming MLB season.
