Dave Roberts Reveals Dodgers’ Plan for Blake Snell After Groin Injury

The Los Angeles Dodgers maintain a positive outlook regarding the potential return of starting pitcher Blake Snell before the conclusion of the regular season. Snell exited Wednesday's game early due to groin tightness, pitching only one inning. Upon further examination, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes Snell could start again within the eight games remaining after Friday.

Roberts anticipates a typical workload for Snell, possibly shortening the start by a little out of caution but acknowledging the importance of adhering to the regular season schedule. This will be Snell's final regular season start, so Roberts expects a more conventional pitching appearance from the southpaw.

When questioned about the possibility of sidelining Snell to avoid injury, Roberts explained that while the idea is considered, letting him rest for an extended period could hinder his readiness for potential playoff games. Given Snell's prior groin-related injuries and the current timeframe, the Dodgers must proceed with caution. The real challenge will be monitoring Snell's progress day by day as the Dodgers continue to explore their options.