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
