Overview
- The Dodgers placed Edwin Díaz on the 15-day injured list this week for neck inflammation and he has already resumed throwing and playing catch at Dodger Stadium.
- Díaz said an MRI showed no structural damage and he is working with coaches on a small arm-slot adjustment to recover his command and pitch movement.
- Manager Dave Roberts outlined a formal plan to deploy Díaz in low-leverage situations when he is activated to rebuild feel and trust rather than returning him immediately to the closer role.
- Right now Tanner Scott has assumed late-inning duties and the team will rely on him while Díaz works back into game form.
- Díaz’s season has been disrupted by elbow surgery in April and poor results after his July return, so his availability and form will factor into the Dodgers’ October bullpen decisions and roster planning.