Shohei Ohtani’s impressive achievement of joining the 40-40 club has made headlines, but the Dodgers’ ace, Tyler Glasnow, is facing challenges that feel more like a bad horror flick.
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With the postseason just around the corner, Glasnow has limited time to recover and find his groove.
Injuries have complicated the Dodgers’ starting rotation this season, raising concerns about their playoff strategy.
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Glasnow, who has stepped up as the ace, is currently sidelined with elbow tendonitis and is expected to stay on the injured list until next month.
Originally, he was set to return after a 15-day stint, but Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has indicated changes to that timeline.
“I know he’s probably frustrated,” Roberts said to Jack Harris of The Los Angeles Times. “But you’ve got to listen to your body.”
While Glasnow is eager to support his teammates, rush returning could do more harm than good.
“He was determined to avoid the IL, but a minor setback won’t significantly impact his preparation,” Roberts added.
Now, the pressing question is whether Glasnow can regain his rhythm in time for the playoffs.
Meanwhile, Yamamoto is still out with a shoulder injury from June, though he recently completed his second simulated game.
The Dodgers brought in Glasnow and Yamamoto during the offseason to strengthen their pitching unit, investing nearly half a billion dollars in the duo.
While Glasnow and Yamamoto have been the team’s most reliable pitchers, if Glasnow isn’t back at full strength, the Dodgers’ significant investment might go to waste.
As the playoffs approach, the pressure is mounting for the Dodgers to succeed after previous disappointments. However, their hopes hinge on Glasnow’s performance.
For now, all the Dodgers can do is hold their breath and wait.
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