Dodgers' 25-Year-Old Pitcher Projected on Inside Track for Rotation
Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers are deciding who will fill the last spot in their six-man pitching rotation. Justin Wrobleski is considered the favorite to get the position because he is healthy and left-handed, unlike other candidates who are recovering from surgeries. The Dodgers currently have no left-handed pitchers in their starting rotation.Key Facts
- The Dodgers are using a six-man pitching rotation because of Shohei Ohtani's unique schedule needs.
- Blake Snell's uncertain status for opening day has left a spot open in the rotation.
- Justin Wrobleski is projected to be the leading candidate for the final rotation spot.
- Wrobleski had a 4.32 ERA last season with the Dodgers, playing in 24 games.
- He is the only candidate not recovering from major surgery.
- The Dodgers' current rotation lacks left-handed pitchers.
- Other candidates for the spot are Gavin Stone, River Ryan, and Kyle Hurt.
- Wrobleski's left-handedness gives him an advantage in earning the rotation spot.
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