Dodgers Notes: Blake Treinen Leaves Game, Emmet Sheehan Sidelined, Fifth Starter Battle and More

 

After discovering early in the day that rookie starter Emmet Sheehan would start the season on the injured list, the Dodgers had an eventful day. This creates more of a chance for another starter, like Michael Grove or Gavin Stone.

After being hit by a strong comebacker, relief pitcher Blake Treinen left the game against the Texas Rangers. After x-rays, the condition is diagnosed as a right rib contusion.

Kiké Hernández provided an intriguing description of his new colleague Tyler Glasnow, while J.D. Martinez, the former Dodgers designated hitter, just had a conversation with the Miami Marlins.

Emmet Sheehan Will Begin Season on Injured List, Dave Roberts Announces

Dodgers News: Blake Treinen leaves game after being hit hard by a comebacker against the Texas Rangers.

Gavin Stone worked hard to increase his speed and improve his self-maintenance during the Dodgers season.

Dave Roberts Explains How Gavin Lux Reacted to the Dodgers’ Announcement to Move Off Shortstop

Regarding New Dodgers RHP Tyler Glasnow, Kiké Hernández said, “He’s Like a Sex God.”

Understanding the Dodgers’ Decision to Shift Gavin Lux to Second Base and Mookie Betts to Shortstop

According to reports, Blake Snell would much rather play for a West Coast team than the Dodgers.

Emmet Sheehan will begin the season on the injured list, according to Dave Roberts, which is not the news we were hoping to hear.

To what extent are you worried about Sheehan?

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— March 9, 2024, Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation)

How did Gavin Lux handle the news that he would be moving off shortstop, demonstrating his great teamwork skills, according to Dave Roberts?

“All I want is to succeed. All I want is to be a part of this squad and help it win.”

Today’s game included a strong comebacker that hit Blake Treinen, forcing him out of the game. Thankfully, he was able to leave the field, and we’re hoping there’s nothing catastrophic.

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Blake Snell allegedly has a “strong desire” to sign with the Angels and believes he will do so, according to Buster Olney.What are your thoughts on him maybe going to the Halos? Or ought the Dodgers to go after him?