Dodgers' Pitching Woes Continue: Graterol Latest to Hit IL
Starting Rotation Decimated by Injuries
The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a pitching crisis with 11 of their starting pitchers landing on the injured list this season.
The latest setback came Friday when reliever Yency Almonte was placed on the 15-day IL with a right hamstring strain.
Graterol's Injury a Grade 3 Strain
According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Graterol suffered a Grade 3 strain, the most severe type of muscle tear.
This is a significant blow to a Dodgers pitching staff that has already been struggling.
Other Notable Injuries
- Tyler Glasnow (shoulder)
- Tony Gonsolin (shoulder)
- Clayton Kershaw (elbow)
- Max Muncy (rib)
Rehab Progress for Miller and Kershaw
There is some positive news on the rehab front.
Pitchers Bobby Miller and Clayton Kershaw are showing improvement, but Max Muncy's rib injury is still a concern.
Impact on the Team
The Dodgers' pitching woes have had a significant impact on their performance.
The team has lost four of its last six games and is now 4.5 games behind the San Diego Padres in the NL West.
Outlook
It is unclear when the Dodgers will get their pitching staff back to full strength.
In the meantime, they will need to rely on their bullpen and hope that their injured starters can return soon.
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