Dodgers’ Andrew Friedman Expected Health Challenges for Tyler Glasnow, Blake Snell
Andrew Friedman, the president of baseball operations for the Los Angeles Dodgers, has acknowledged the team’s ongoing health challenges regarding pitchers Tyler Glasnow and Blake Snell. The Dodgers made significant moves in the past two offseasons to bolster their pitching depth following an injury-plagued 2024 postseason.
Dodgers’ Strategic Pitcher Acquisitions
In a bid to reinforce their pitching staff, the Dodgers signed several key players, including:
- Blake Snell
- Tyler Glasnow
- Roki Sasaki
- Kirby Yates
- Tanner Scott
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Friedman emphasized that while the organization aimed for fully healthy players, they were aware of the inherent risks, particularly with Glasnow and Snell, who both had histories of injuries.
Expectations and Preparedness
In an interview before the World Series, Friedman stated the team’s strategy involved building depth to counter inevitable injuries. He noted, “Injuries happen, and sometimes they occur in clusters. We wanted to ensure we had the ability to manage these situations effectively.”
This depth proved crucial, especially as the Dodgers navigated various injury setbacks early in the season, including those impacting Snell and Glasnow. Despite these challenges, the team maintained its lead in the NL West.
Postseason Performance and Challenges
Heading into the postseason, the Dodgers enjoyed impressive statistics, boasting a 2.54 ERA among their starting pitchers. This performance positioned them favorably against other teams in the League Championship Series.
As the Dodgers faced elimination in Game 6 of the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays, they hoped for standout performances, particularly from Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The critical game is scheduled for Friday at 5:00 p.m. PT.
The Dodgers’ recent investments in their pitching roster illustrate their commitment to achieving postseason success, even amid the potential health obstacles ahead.
