Scouting Report: Ross Stripling
Chicago Cubs | SP
Overall
Summary
Blake Snell, the Dodgers' two-time Cy Young Award winner, has been placed on the 15-day injured list with loose bodies in his left elbow. The injury was discovered during catch play on Thursday after he made his season debut on May 10 against the Braves, allowing 4 earned runs over 3 innings. Snell had already missed the first six weeks of the season with left shoulder fatigue and inflammation. The Dodgers are determining whether arthroscopic surgery is necessary, with potential recovery timelines ranging from rest and cortisone treatment to surgery that could sideline him until July or August. Manager Dave Roberts expressed confidence Snell will return this season, but the exact treatment path remains undecided. This marks another significant pitching injury for Los Angeles, following similar issues with closer Edwin Díaz.
Strengths
- Manager confidence in return this season
- Loose body severity can vary - some cases resolve with rest and cortisone
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