Edwin Diaz Reveals Cause of Dodgers Struggles After Bounce-Back Save

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz has identified a potential cause for his struggles, stating he will work to correct his issues even within his closer role. Diaz has faced command problems and has been less effective since his outing on Thursday, when he gave up four straight singles, leading to three earned runs and a loss.

Diaz's performance was equally shaky on Friday, August 14th, but he managed to secure a save after a previous poor outing. After the game, Diaz shared his thoughts with Dave Roberts and the Dodgers' support crew, expressing that it meant a lot to him and that he remains dedicated to making pitches. He mentioned the coaching staff's advice to adjust his posture and arm angle, both of which he has been focusing on improving.

While the drop in his arm angle from 19 degrees in 2025 to 15 degrees in 2026 might be a contributing factor to his decline, Diaz believes focusing on his delivery could help him regain the movement and command he once had. As the season continues, all eyes will be on Diaz to see if his adjustments lead to a turnaround.