Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Blake Snell, the Dodgers' two-time Cy Young Award winner, has been placed on the injured list with loose bodies in his left elbow. The 32-year-old left-hander was scratched from his second start of the season on May 15, 2026, just days after making his season debut on May 10 following a six-week absence due to left shoulder fatigue. Snell is undergoing evaluation for potential arthroscopic surgery, which could sideline him until July or August. Manager Dave Roberts expressed confidence that Snell will return this season, but the timeline remains uncertain. This marks another significant injury setback for the Dodgers' rotation, following similar elbow issues with closer Edwin Díaz.
Strengths
- + Two-time Cy Young Award winner with elite pedigree
- + Manager expresses confidence in return this season
- + Precedent for recovery - successfully returned from similar 2019 injury with the Rays
- + Team committed to his long-term health with $182M contract
- + Potential non-surgical route available with rest and cortisone treatment
Weaknesses
- - Loose bodies in left elbow requiring surgery evaluation
- - Already missed first six weeks of 2026 season with shoulder fatigue
- - Limited availability - only 1 start in 2026 (4 ER in 3 IP vs Braves)
- - Surgery could sideline him until July/August
- - History of durability concerns - missed most of 2025 regular season with shoulder injury
- - Age 32 with recurring injury issues
- - Significant impact on Dodgers rotation depth
Injury Status: IL-60
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Andy Blake is a shortstop for the Chicago Cubs.
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