The Dodgers pitching staff has suffered a lot of blows this season, and now a 26-year-old rookie is getting his chance to prove he can pitch in the rotation.

Dodgers Set to Receive Major Rotation Boost After Injury News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. A day after All-Star Tyler Glasnow pitched a “very promising” simulated game, the Los Angeles Dodgers are anticipating the return of another top arm to their starting rotation.

Roberts gave an update recently that Sasaki has been in the weight room getting stronger, but has been unable to throw any real pitches in the last several weeks. Truly a bad break for the Los Angeles Dodgers pitching staff, who have dealt with a plethora of injuries this season.

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin on the IL with right elbow discomfort, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Hopefully that's all this is — discomfort — and Gonsolin isn't forced to undergo another procedure, especially considering he's already had Tommy John once in his career.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are predicted to add both starting pitching and bullpen depth amid their injuries at the MLB trade deadline.

Dodgers star Freddie Freeman is making a small change to his swing in an attempt to generate a little bit more power.

Los Angeles is in a conundrum with its pitching rotation, and the timing could not be worse against Manny Machado and San Diego.