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Shohei Ohtani Throwing Live BP Session on Saturday
According to David Vassegh, Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (knee) threw live batting practice ahead of Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. This is the first time that Ohtani has thrown on the mound since being shut down from pitching last month. It was a 30-pitch outing, but it is certainly a step in the right direction. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said afterward that Ohtani will likely need another session before being cleared to pitch in games. His exact timetable is unclear at the moment, so fantasy managers will need to check back for more updates on his status.
Source: David Vassegh
Source: David Vassegh
Tyler Glasnow Dominates With Nine Strikeouts in Final Rehab Outing
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back) was dominant in his final minor-league rehab start for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday, allowing an earned run on just one hit while walking one and striking out nine in 5 1/3 innings pitched against Triple-A Sugar Land. Glasnow carried a shutout into the sixth inning and threw 54 of his 77 pitches for strikes while averaging 95.5 mph on his fastball. He generated 12 whiffs and looks more than ready to rejoin the Dodgers' starting rotation for the stretch run after being sidelined since early May with a lower-back injury. The Dodgers are not going to overwork Glasnow, especially given his lengthy injury history, but he should not face any workload restrictions in his return to the rotation, which should come next week against the first-place Atlanta Braves. Despite missing extensive time due to injury, Glasnow is rostered in over 90% of Yahoo leagues for his strikeout stuff on one of the best teams in baseball. He could be a difference-maker for fantasy rotations in the final month-plus of 2026.
Source: Milb.com
Source: Milb.com
Shohei Ohtani Could Be Ready to Progress to Throwing a Live BP Session
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter/starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (knee) threw a bullpen session on Tuesday and could be ready to progress to throwing a live BP next, per Jack Harris of the California Post. While Ohtani continues to see near-everyday playing time as the Dodgers' designated hitter, he has not pitched since early July due to lingering knee issues. The 32-year-old has been extremely productive on the mound when healthy this season, recording an 8-2 record with a 1.79 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, and 95 strikeouts across 85 2/3 innings (14 starts). He averaged 98.1 miles per hour on his fastball and logged a stellar 27.9% strikeout rate. Given how important he is to their lineup, the Dodgers will surely be cautious with Ohtani. Still, it appears as though the two-way superstar is making steady progress and could soon provide fantasy managers with a boost on the mound.
Source: California Post - Jack Harris
Source: California Post - Jack Harris
Tyler Glasnow Making Another Rehab Start on Wednesday
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back) came out of his Aug. 14 67-pitch minor-league rehab outing with Triple-A Oklahoma City with no issues and is expected to go five innings or 75 pitches in another rehab outing on Wednesday, Aug. 19, before rejoining the major-league starting rotation during a road trip to Atlanta and Detroit, according to MLB.com. Glasnow was transferred to the 60-day injured list on June 6 but has been out since May 8 due to lower-back spasms. Barring a setback on Wednesday, he should return to the Dodgers' rotation at some point next week. The 32-year-old veteran will likely be eased back into the big-league rotation, but he deserves to be rostered in all fantasy baseball leagues for his strikeout upside in the final month of the 2026 regular season. Before hurting his back, Glasnow had gone 3-0 with a 2.72 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, and 49 strikeouts in 39 2/3 innings pitched across seven starts. He is currently rostered in 91% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Shohei Ohtani Scheduled to Throw Another Bullpen on Tuesday
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (knee) said his left knee felt good after throwing a bullpen session last Friday and that he is scheduled to throw another one on Tuesday, according to Jack Harris of The California Post. Ohtani is hopeful that his knee injury is behind him now and that there will not be any more setbacks as he ramps up as a pitcher. The four-time MVP continues to serve as L.A.'s primary designated hitter, but he has not made a start on the mound since July 3 against the division-rival San Diego Padres. While the 32-year-old is trending in the right direction as a starting pitcher, the Dodgers are in no rush to bring him back to their rotation, and fantasy managers should not be surprised if he does not make another start until the calendar flips to September. The five-time All-Star has been great on the mound when he has been available, going 8-2 in his 14 starts (85 2/3 innings) with a 1.79 ERA (2.59 FIP) and 0.95 WHIP with a 95:26 K:BB. The primary goal for the Dodgers is to have Ohtani at full health as a pitcher for the playoffs in October.
Source: The California Post - Jack Harris
Source: The California Post - Jack Harris
Justin Wrobleski Placed on Injured List with Forearm Issue
According to David Vassegh, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Justin Wrobleski (forearm) was placed on the 15-day Injured List on Sunday. Wrobleski has struggled over his last three starts, so the forearm issue could be partially to blame for his lack of success lately. The Dodgers haven't revealed a timetable on the southpaw yet, so fantasy managers will need to stay tuned for more updates. The 25-year-old owns a 3.56 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 100/28 K/BB ratio across 126.1 innings of work this season. In a corresponding move, Kyle Hurt was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City to take the spot on the active roster.
Source: David Vassegh
Source: David Vassegh
Tyler Glasnow Looks Dominant in Latest Rehab Start
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back) looks about ready to return to the Dodgers' starting rotation after a dominant showing in his latest minor-league rehab start on Friday night with Triple-A Oklahoma City. In his third rehab start, Glasnow threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings with no hits allowed, two walks, and eight strikeouts against Triple-A Albuquerque. The 32-year-old veteran threw 39 of his 67 pitches for strikes on the night after giving up just one run in 4 2/3 innings in his first two rehab outings. The Dodgers are expected to have Glasnow make one more rehab appearance in the minors next week before reinstating him from the 60-day injured list. The former All-Star has high-end stuff when he's healthy on one of the best teams in baseball, so he should be scooped up immediately if he's available on the waiver wire in your league. Glasnow went 3-0 with a 2.72 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, and 49 strikeouts in 39 2/3 innings across seven starts before he landed on the IL back in early May. He's only available in 10% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Milb.com
Source: Milb.com
Shohei Ohtani Throws Bullpen Session on Friday
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (knee) is throwing a bullpen session at Dodger Stadium on Friday, his first in more than three weeks, according to Jack Harris of The California Post. A nagging left knee injury has kept Ohtani from starting a game on the mound since July 3 against the division-rival San Diego Padres. The four-time MVP has continued to serve as the team's regular designated hitter, though, so it obviously isn't a serious knee injury, and the Dodgers continue to be overly cautious with the Japanese sensation. L.A.'s primary goal is to have the 32-year-old six-time All-Star at 100% as a pitcher by the start of the postseason in October. They will continue to slowly ramp him up as a pitcher, with the expectation that he'll eventually return to the starting rotation sometime in September in the final month of the regular season. Ohtani has gone 8-2 on the mound in his 14 starts, with a sharp 1.79 ERA (2.59 FIP) and 0.95 WHIP with 95 strikeouts and 26 walks in 85 2/3 innings pitched. Despite having not pitched since early July, Ohtani is being stashed in 97% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: The California Post - Jack Harris
Source: The California Post - Jack Harris
Tyler Glasnow to Make Another Rehab Start on Friday
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow (back) is scheduled to make another rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday, according to Katie Woo. The organization is hopeful to stretch Glasnow to around 60 pitches during Friday's outing. The expectation is he'll likely need one more rehab start after that before rejoining the Dodgers rotation. Glasnow has been out since early May due to lower back spasms. Barring any setbacks, Glasnow should be back in the Dodgers rotation by the end of August. If he's available, fantasy managers should scoop him up with his return on the horizon.
Source: Katie Woo
Source: Katie Woo
Tyler Glasnow Goes Just 2 2/3 Innings in Second Rehab Start
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back) went just 2 2/3 innings in his second minor-league rehab start on Sunday with Triple-A Oklahoma City, allowing an earned run on one hit while walking one and striking out two. Going into the outing, the Dodgers were hoping for Glasnow to throw three innings or 45 pitches. The hard-throwing 32-year-old threw 26 of his 47 pitches for strikes. Fantasy managers should expect Glasnow to make at least one more rehab start before the Dodgers consider reinstating him from the 60-day injured list. Barring a setback, he should be back in L.A.'s starting rotation before the end of August. Despite continued health issues, Glasnow should be rostered in most fantasy baseball leagues, even though he's made only seven starts in 2026. In his 39 2/3 innings pitched with the Dodgers, he's gone a perfect 3-0 with a 2.72 ERA (3.24 FIP) and 0.83 WHIP with 49 strikeouts and 13 walks. Glasnow's strikeout upside can be a difference-maker down the stretch in fantasy rotations.
Source: Milb.com
Source: Milb.com
Shohei Ohtani to Play Catch Again on Monday
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (knee, biceps) is expected to play catch again on Monday, manager Dave Roberts told Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. The timeline for when Ohtani could throw a bullpen session is to be determined, though, and Roberts said they are taking things "day by day." The four-time MVP has not made a start on the mound since July 3 against the San Diego Padres due to a nagging left-knee issue and a minor right-biceps injury, but he was able to play catch from 90 feet on Saturday after being shut down from throwing for around two weeks. The 32-year-old Japanese native continues to serve as the Dodgers' regular designated hitter, though, and his injuries are not believed to be very serious. The Dodgers are being extremely cautious with Ohtani as a pitcher, with their primary goal for him to be 100% ready to go by the postseason in October. Our best guess is that Ohtani won't start another game on the mound for L.A. until sometime in September in the final month of the regular season. We'll have a more concrete idea on his timetable for a return to the Dodgers' rotation once he resumes throwing off a mound and facing live hitters.
Source: The Athletic - Fabian Ardaya
Source: The Athletic - Fabian Ardaya
Shohei Ohtani Plays Catch on Saturday
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (knee) was able to play catch in the outfield ahead of Saturday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, per The Los Angeles Times' Maddie Lee. This is a step in the right direction for Ohtani, who has been battling a knee issue for weeks. Ohtani hasn't pitched since his last start against the San Diego Padres on July 3. It sounds like he is working his way back, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect him to be starting on the mound anytime soon. He'll continue to serve as the everyday designated hitter, but it's unclear what fantasy managers are going to get from Ohtani as a hitter for the rest of the year.
Source: Maddie Lee
Source: Maddie Lee
Blake Snell to Return From Injured List on Tuesday
Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell (elbow) will come off the 60-day injured list to start on Tuesday against the Kansas City Royals, manager Dave Roberts told Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. It will be Snell's second start for the Dodgers this year after opening the year with shoulder trouble and then needing surgery to remove loose bodies from his left elbow. The 33-year-old southpaw has looked good in four minor-league rehab games, posting a 3.09 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 19:5 K:BB in 11 2/3 innings, although he only made it through 3 2/3 innings in his final start in the minors. The two-time Cy Young winner will get a plus matchup against the Royals in his return to the big-league mound next week, but with a likely short leash as the Dodgers ease him back into their rotation, Snell will carry extra risk for fantasy managers with a limited ceiling. Snell still has high-end strikeout upside for fantasy purposes, but he's made just 12 regular-season starts in his two years in L.A. due to shoulder and elbow injuries. He's currently rostered in 85% of Yahoo leagues. If he's available in your leagues, snatch him up immediately, as he could be a difference-maker for strikeouts to close out the season.
Source: The Athletic - Fabian Ardaya
Source: The Athletic - Fabian Ardaya
Tyler Glasnow to Make at Least Two More Rehab Starts
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that the team will have conversations about activating right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back) from the 60-day injured list once he makes two more minor-league rehab starts and builds up to four innings, per MLB.com's Sonja Chen. Glasnow kicked off his rehab assignment on Tuesday with Low-A Ontario and threw two shutout innings with one hit allowed, no walks, and one strikeout against Low-A Lake Elsinore. The 32-year-old hard-throwing right-hander looked just fine in the outing, but the Dodgers are slow-playing the former All-Star since he hasn't pitched in the majors since May 6 due to a lower-back injury. Even though Glasnow might only have around a month's worth of starts left in him in 2026 once he returns, he's rostered in nearly 90% of Yahoo leagues for his high-end strikeout upside on the best team in baseball. Before his back injury earlier this year, Glasnow was cruising along with a 3-0 record, 2.72 ERA (3.25 FIP) and 0.83 WHIP with 49 strikeouts and 13 walks in 39 2/3 innings across seven starts. UPDATE: The Athletic's Katie Woo reports that Glasnow is expected to go around three innings and 45 pitches in his next rehab start on Sunday.
Source: MLB.com - Sonja Chen
Source: MLB.com - Sonja Chen
Blake Snell's Next Start Should be With Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that while left-hander Blake Snell (elbow) didn't get into the fifth inning on Tuesday night in his fourth minor-league rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City, he did enough that his next start should be at the major-league level, according to Sonja Chen of MLB.com. Snell allowed three earned runs on five hits (two homers) while walking four and striking out three in 3 2/3 innings at OKC on Wednesday in what is believed to be his final rehab start before L.A. reinstates him from the 60-day injured list. The 33-year-old veteran and two-time Cy Young winner has made just one major-league start for the Blue in 2026 and has been sidelined since May 15 after having surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow, but his high-strikeout upside has made him stash-worthy in fantasy all year. Now that he's on the verge of returning to the majors, he should be scooped up in the rest of the leagues where he's available. Although Snell threw 73 pitches on Tuesday, he'll be riskier as a fantasy starter initially, with the Dodgers likely easing him back into the rotation after his long layoff. His next start figures to come early next week against the Kansas City Royals.
Source: MLB.com - Sonja Chen
Source: MLB.com - Sonja Chen
