Overview
- Betts reported oblique soreness after starting on‑field batting practice, so the Dodgers paused that work and kept him hitting in the cage.
- He says he has turned a corner and plans to resume on‑field swings as the team restarts his ramp‑up.
- Manager Dave Roberts and team updates indicate a minor‑league rehab assignment could begin as soon as this weekend.
- Reports project a major‑league return roughly a week after a rehab start, which would align with a home stand that begins May 8 and eases travel and support needs.
- Hyeseong Kim and Miguel Rojas have handled shortstop with strong early production, reducing pressure to rush Betts back.