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Dodgers' Sasaki Injured; Kershaw Set for Return

5/14/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Dodgers have placed pitcher Roki Sasaki on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder impingement after he experienced arm discomfort following a rough outing against the Diamondbacks. In his absence, J.P. Feyereisen has been recalled. Excitingly, manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Clayton Kershaw will make his much-anticipated return to the rotation on Saturday.

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Historical Context

Clayton Kershaw's return to the Dodgers echoes the resilience of baseball legends. In 1981, Tom Seaver overcame injuries to lead the New York Mets to a World Series win. Kershaw aims for a similar comeback, vital for a Dodgers team facing pitching challenges, reminiscent of past struggles and triumphs.

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Story summary

The Dodgers have placed pitcher Roki Sasaki on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder impingement after he experienced arm discomfort following a rough outing against the Diamondbacks. In his absence, J.P. Feyereisen has been recalled. Excitingly, manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Clayton Kershaw will make his much-anticipated return to the rotation on Saturday.

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