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The Los Angeles Dodgers have promoted right-handed pitcher Emmet Sheehan from Triple-A Oklahoma City to fill a vacancy in their starting rotation. The move comes after left-hander Eric Lauer was placed on the injured list due to elbow inflammation. To accommodate Sheehan on the 40-man roster, the team optioned right-hander Bobby Miller back to the minors.
Sheehan’s 2026 season has been inconsistent at the major league level, posting a 5.29 ERA across 20 starts. This represents a significant decline from his impressive 2025 campaign when he was a reliable rotation member and generated trade interest around the league. Issues with fastball velocity and control have contributed to elevated home run rates. However, Sheehan has recently regained his form in the minor leagues, earning Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Month honors with a 1.50 ERA and 24 strikeouts over four starts.
The Dodgers also welcomed back superstar Shohei Ohtani to the lineup against Cincinnati after a four-game absence due to a sore knee. Ohtani avoided placement on the injured list, though his offensive production has declined significantly in August and September. Team officials have indicated he will likely not pitch again during the 2026 season, signaling a shift toward utilizing his batting skills exclusively for the postseason stretch.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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