Phillips at least resembled his stellar 2023 self in the playoffs, punching out six hitters in 6.2 scoreless innings. Phillips isn’t the only Dodgers pitcher on the injury report. Michael Kopech is battling forearm inflammation, and Bobby Miller is recovering from a 105.5 mph line drive to the head.
Even with all of their off-season moves and acquisitions, the Los Angeles Dodgers may still find themselves in need of pitching come October.
Not even two days after signing Japanese star pitcher Roki Sasaki last month, the Dodgers outmuscled the Cubs for the best reliever on the free agent market, giving lefty Tanner Scott a four-year deal worth $72 million.
The Dodgers bullpen has depth in closing options. The fantasy battle for saves is between Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates.