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Blake Snell Returns to Dodgers Rotation With Short, Shaky Debut vs. Braves

The Dodgers prioritize a patient build-up to protect his health.

May 8, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (30) speaks in the dugout before the game against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell (7) talks with manager Dave Roberts (30) in the dugout in the fourth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Blake Snell adjusting his cap, Image 2 shows A Los Angeles Dodgers player pitching from the mound, Image 3 shows Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell mid-throw
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Overview

  • Snell made his 2026 debut Saturday at Dodger Stadium, allowing four earned runs on six hits in three innings in a 7-2 loss to Atlanta.
  • Manager Dave Roberts said Snell’s stuff looked good and pointed to two costly walks that stretched innings as the fix he wants next.
  • The left-hander’s velocity and bite held up, touching 98.1 mph, averaging 95.9 on the fastball, and generating 16 swings and misses with five strikeouts.
  • Los Angeles moved him straight into the rotation rather than a longer minor-league ramp, and Snell said he jumped at the chance to face a top lineup.
  • With rotation depth and a first-place standing in the NL West, the club can keep his workload conservative as he builds command and endurance.