Dodgers Activate Evan Phillips, Release Pitcher Ahead of Rockies Series The Los Angeles Dodgers made several roster adjustments ahead of their series opener against the Colorado Rockies, activating right-handed reliever Evan Phillips from the 60-day injured list while releasing left-handed pitcher Jake Eder. In a corresponding move, right-handed pitcher Paul Gervase was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City. The changes were announced as the team prepared for the matchup, which began on Monday. Phillips, 31, was sidelined since May 2025 after undergoing Tommy John surgery, marking a significant setback for both the player and the Dodgers. The team had non-tendered Phillips following the 2025 season, making him a free agent, but re-signed him in February on a one-year, $6.5 million contract. Over the past 30 days, Phillips participated in a rehab assignment at Triple-A Oklahoma City, where he made 12 appearances. During this time, he posted a 1.80 ERA across 10 innings, striking out 13 batters. The Dodgers plan to ease him back into action, avoiding high-leverage situations initially, but expect him to quickly reestablish himself as a key reliever in manager Dave Roberts’ bullpen. Phillips’ return to the majors marks a career resurgence. Since being claimed off waivers by the Dodgers in 2021, he has become a reliable reliever, posting a 1.14 ERA in 64 appearances in 2022. He led the team in saves in 2023 and 2024, and in 2025, he pitched seven scoreless innings before the injury. Across five seasons with the Dodgers, Phillips has a 2.22 ERA over 195 innings, with 221 strikeouts. His performance in the rehab assignment has positioned him to contribute immediately to the bullpen.#los_angeles_dodgers #colorado_rockies #jake_eder #evan_phillips #paul_gervase
Dodgers Place Edwin Díaz on Injured List with Right Elbow Issue The Los Angeles Dodgers placed right-handed pitcher Edwin Díaz on the injured list on Monday due to right elbow loose bodies. The decision followed Díaz’s performance in a game against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, where he allowed three runs without recording an out. In a corresponding move, the club recalled left-handed pitcher Jake Eder from the minors. Díaz, 32, has struggled this season, posting a 10.50 ERA in seven games. His season record is 1-0, but his recent performance has raised concerns. Over his career, Díaz has compiled a 29-36 record with a 2.91 ERA in 527 games. He has 257 saves in 300 opportunities and 849 strikeouts. Manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the decision, stating, “Today was a tough evaluation. I know what it's supposed to look like, and when it doesn't look like that, it gets a little concerning, really. So, I'll have a conversation with him.” Díaz’s four-seam fastball has averaged between 97.2 and 99.1 mph over the past four seasons. However, this season his velocity has dropped significantly, averaging 95.7 mph. During his Sunday game at Coors Field, his fastball reached as low as 92.8 mph. This marks a sharp decline, as he has only thrown six slower fastballs in his career. Jake Eder, 27, was acquired from the Washington Nationals on April 1 in exchange for cash considerations. He spent the season with Triple-A Oklahoma City, where he pitched 5.1 innings and allowed two runs. Eder previously played for the Los Angeles Angels in 2025, making eight appearances with a 4.91 ERA in 18.1 innings. He made his Major League debut on September 17, 2024, with the Chicago White Sox, allowing one run in two innings.#los_angeles_dodgers #dave_roberts #coors_field #edwin_daz #jake_eder
