The Los Angeles Dodgers made a late lineup change on Saturday, scratching catcher Will Smith ahead of their game against the Angels due to a stiff neck. Rookie Dalton Rushing stepped in to start behind the plate.
Manager Dave Roberts said the issue appeared suddenly and is not seen as a long-term concern.
The Texas Rangers placed catcher Danny Jansen on the injured list with a right forearm strain on Saturday. The team also signed veteran backstop Elias Díaz to a major league contract to address the lack of depth at the position.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers placed reliever Ben Casparius on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation and recalled pitcher Kyle Hurt from Triple-A Oklahoma City. The move comes ahead of their series opener against the New York Mets. Manager Dave Roberts noted the injury likely surfaced during Sunday's game.
The Los Angeles Angels placed veteran catcher Travis d'Arnaud on the 10-day injured list Friday with right foot plantar fasciitis. Omar Martinez was called up from Triple-A Salt Lake to fill the roster spot.
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Shohei Ohtani will start on the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their series finale against the New York Mets on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium, but he will not hit. The decision marks the first time in years Ohtani has pitched without batting in the same game. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts cited a recent hit-by-pitch and the need to focus on pitching as key factors.