Dave Roberts Chimes in After Bullpen Crumbles in Loss
Dodgers Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen struggled in Sunday’s loss, allowing seven unanswered runs after a strong start by Emmet Sheehan, who pitched five innings giving up only one run.
- Evan Phillips, returning from Tommy John surgery, gave up a three-run homer to Tyrone Taylor and has allowed four home runs in 6.2 innings this season, highlighting ongoing challenges.
- Manager Dave Roberts acknowledged issues with the bullpen, noting that some pitchers like Will Klein and Jack Dreyer are still finding their footing and that adjustments in pitching situations may be needed.
- Despite recent struggles, the Dodgers bullpen has been solid overall this season, posting a 3.79 ERA, ranking eighth in MLB and fourth in the National League, and previously achieving a 38-inning scoreless streak.
- Key reliever Edwin Diaz, who has been out for most of the season, is expected to return in the upcoming series against the Seattle Mariners starting Tuesday at Dodger Stadium.
