Overview
- The Dodgers put Stewart on the 15-day injured list on Friday, July 31, after he reported right-shoulder discomfort that did not improve over several days.
- An MRI obtained Aug. 1 diagnosed tendinitis in Stewart’s shoulder, and he has been ordered no-throw for at least three to four days for rest and re-evaluation.
- Stewart has a recent history of shoulder surgery and multiple IL stints, and he called the past year of injuries “super frustrating,” though he said he hopes this is minor.
- When healthy this season Stewart had been a trusted middle reliever, posting a 2.45 ERA and 14 strikeouts in 14.2 innings across 14 games.
- With other key Dodgers injured, the short shutdown raises pressure on the bullpen and could prompt roster moves or deadline-day additions as the team weighs options before Aug. 3.