Dodgers Place Justin Wrobleski on Injured List; Who Will Take His Place In Rotation?
Justin Wrobleski is going on the injured list with left forearm inflammation
The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed pitcher Justin Wrobleski on their injured list due to left forearm inflammation. This follows a run of poor performances, with Wrobleski allowing 19 earned runs in his last four starts. Despite his command and delivery, he was unable to prevent a significant loss on Sunday, giving up four earned runs and two home runs.
Despite the setback, Kyle Hurt was activated to replace Wrobleski in the rotation. This move does not disrupt the Dodgers' six-man rotation, providing the team with an additional arm in the bullpen. The team has scheduled days off on Thursday and August 24, allowing them to rest their rotation and bullpen. When Glasnow returns, he will take Wrobleski's spot in the rotation, but when Wrobleski is ready, he may move to the bullpen.
The Dodgers' roster benefits from the fact that Shohei Ohtani does not count as a pitcher, as he is a two-way player. However, with Ohtani sidelined, the six-man rotation puts significant pressure on the bullpen. When Wrobleski returns, he may find himself in the bullpen, as both Ohtani and Glasnow could be back in the rotation.
Wrobleski has nearly doubled his innings total from the previous season and has surpassed his career-high in innings pitched. This could explain his recent struggles.
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