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Dodgers’ Injured Pitchers Make Progress After Cubs’ Rout

4/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shared encouraging news about injured pitchers as they gear up for a crucial series against the Chicago Cubs. Clayton Kershaw is set to start his rehab assignment, while Blake Snell and Michael Kopech are ready to resume throwing. This comes on the heels of the Dodgers' painful 16-0 defeat to the Cubs, their worst home shutout ever.

History

Historical Context

Dave Roberts' Dodgers face the Cubs after a historic 16-0 home loss, their worst shutout ever. This echoes the Cubs' 2016 World Series triumph, where they ended a 108-year title drought. Both teams have a rich postseason rivalry, with the Cubs last defeating the Dodgers in the 2016 NLCS.

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shared encouraging news about injured pitchers as they gear up for a crucial series against the Chicago Cubs. Clayton Kershaw is set to start his rehab assignment, while Blake Snell and Michael Kopech are ready to resume throwing. This comes on the heels of the Dodgers' painful 16-0 defeat to the Cubs, their worst home shutout ever.

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