Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Monday that right-handed reliever Brusdar Graterol (hamstring) is likely to be activated from the 15-day injured list on Wednesday before the game against the visiting Chicago Cubs. Graterol will return to the back end of the Dodgers' bullpen this week after suffering a Grade 3 right-hamstring strain on Aug. 7. He showed how dominant he could be in a late-inning, high-leverage relief role in 2023 when he had a 1.20 ERA, a 0.96 WHIP, a career-high seven saves and 48 strikeouts in 67 1/3 regular-season innings. But injuries have reared their head again in 2024, and Graterol has only thrown one-third of an inning in the big leagues with the Dodgers this year. There's a good chance the Dodgers ease Graterol into their bullpen now that he's healthy again. If Graterol can get back to his 2023 form for the postseason, though, the Dodgers would be very happy.

Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts corrected himself on Wednesday in saying that right-handed reliever Brusdar Graterol (hamstring) suffered a Grade 1 right-hamstring strain in his season debut on Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Phillies. Initially, Roberts mentioned it was a Grade 3 strain. The Dodgers remain hopeful that Graterol can help the team again this season, especially since a Grade 1 strain is much less severe than the Grade 3 variety. The 25-year-old was in tears on Tuesday night and was seen in the clubhouse after the game on crutches, but he does still have a shot to return again in 2024, especially with the Dodgers a pretty good bet to be in the postseason. Still, not having Graterol for essentially the entire regular season, is a big blow to LA's bullpen. When healthy, he's one of Roberts' favorite late-inning, high-leverage arms.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed reliever Brusdar Graterol (hamstring) did not have the kind of season debut he was hoping for in his outing on Tuesday night against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies. Graterol had yet to pitch in 2024 because of a shoulder issue that cropped up toward the end of spring training. But after his eighth pitch of his season debut, Graterol suffered a Grade 3 right-hamstring strain, according to manager Dave Roberts. The 25-year-old will head back to the injured list, and while the Dodgers aren't saying his season is over, the odds of Graterol returning are slim given the time left on the calendar. It's a big loss for LA's bullpen, as Graterol has emerged as one of Roberts' most trusted relief options in recent seasons. Graterol used crutches in the home clubhouse after Tuesday's game and will probably just be hoping he can help the team in the postseason at this point.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol (hamstring) was pulled from Tuesday's game against the Phillies after throwing just eight pitches with an apparent right hamstring injury, per Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna. Graterol, who was making his 2024 debut after spending the season on the injured list with a long case of shoulder inflammation, grabbed at his right hamstring before exiting. He allowed two runs on a hit and a walk in 1/3 of an inning pitched. Fantasy managers should look for further updates on the state of his injury after the game, but it would be a big blow to the Dodgers' bullpen if Graterol had to miss even more time.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Blake Treinen (hip) is going on the injured list ahead of Monday's series opener against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies with left hip discomfort, and Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) was activated from the 60-day IL in a corresponding move. Treinen holds a solid 2.67 ERA and 1.09 WHIP with 38 strikeouts and nine walks over 30 1/3 innings for the Dodgers this season, but he's converted just one of his five save opportunities while collecting nine holds. Despite stopper Evan Phillips' struggles, the 36-year-old veteran right-hander hasn't been able to stake a real claim as a potential closing option. Graterol's first appearance will mark his 2024 season debut, and he will offer LA's bullpen a replacement arm after his long bout of shoulder inflammation. Last year, the 25-year-old right-hander produced a 1.20 ERA and 0.97 WHIP to go with a 48:10 K:BB and seven saves over 67 1/3 frames.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) picked up the victory on Tuesday in his second minor-league rehab appearance in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League when he allowed an earned run on two hits while walking none and striking out none. Graterol is likely to make a few more appearances in the minors before potentially coming off the injured list to join the Dodgers' bullpen for the first time all season. The 25-year-old reliever hasn't pitched yet in the big leagues in 2024 due to right-shoulder inflammation that first cropped up in spring training. The Venezuelan hurler went 4-2 with a career-best 1.20 ERA, a 0.96 WHIP, a career-high seven saves, a career-high 48 strikeouts and 12 walks in 67 1/3 innings for LA in 2023 and could become a key late-inning, high-leverage weapon for the Dodgers down the stretch and in the postseason once he returns.

Los Angeles Dodgers relievers Joe Kelly (shoulder) and Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) are both on track to return by the end of July, according to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. Kelly is expected to return after the All-Star break, and Graterol will likely return closer to the end of the month. Kelly has missed all of June and most of May with a right posterior shoulder strain, while Graterol has not made an appearance in the 2024 season while dealing with right-shoulder inflammation. Both will be welcome additions to a Dodgers bullpen that already holds the fourth-best bullpen ERA in the league at 3.33 coming into Friday. Kelly has been subpar in 2024 with a 4.73 ERA but would likely be able to eat up the middle innings of games. Graterol will greatly help the back end of the Dodgers bullpen when he returns after posting a sub-1.00 WHIP in back-to-back seasons. Fantasy managers should look to prioritize adding Graterol to their lineups.

As of Saturday, Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed reliever Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) was not playing catch, according to manager Dave Roberts. "In the context of Spring Training, if you're not even playing catch, you're at least a couple months away," said Roberts. Graterol has been on the injured list all year due to right-shoulder inflammation and isn't going to return to the team's bullpen until after the All-Star break at some point. Continued soreness in the 25-year-old's arm caused him to be shut down in the middle of April, so he needs to build his arm all the way back up. The Venezuelan hurler had a career-best 1.20 ERA (3.03 FIP) and 0.96 WHIP with a career-high seven saves, 12 walks and a career-high 48 strikeouts in 67 1/3 innings in 2023 and is a late-inning, high-leverage arm for the Dodgers when he's healthy.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) began his throwing session on Monday and threw a "good" bullpen session, according to manager Dave Roberts. Graterol is on the 60-day injured list and won't be able to return until mid-May due to right-shoulder inflammation. Graterol is a key reliever for the Dodgers when healthy, as he had a 1.20 ERA over 67 1/3 innings out of the bullpen for the Blue last year.

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced on Tuesday that they have moved right-hander Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list and acquired left-handed reliever Nick Ramirez from the New York Yankees in a corresponding move in exchange for cash considerations. Graterol was cleared to throw off a mound on Tuesday for the first time since being placed on the injured list due to right-shoulder inflammation, but the 25-year-old reliever isn't going to return to LA's bullpen anytime soon. Graterol will take his time working his way back and now won't be eligible to return to the Dodgers until May 18. With both Graterol and Blake Treinen (chest) both on the IL early in the year, relievers Daniel Hudson and Joe Kelly have had expanded setup roles ahead of closer Evan Phillips.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) says he feels "great" and is scheduled to throw off a mound on Tuesday. Graterol started the season on the 15-day injured list with a sore right shoulder, and he'll look to progress to bullpen sessions sometime in the near future if all continues to go well in his recovery. After attaining a sparkling 1.20 ERA, 0.96 WHIP, and 48:12 K:BB across 67 1/3 innings with the Dodgers a year ago, the 25-year-old Venezuelan right-hander is set to occupy a high-leverage role upon his return and perhaps receive the occasional save chance. In the meantime, Evan Phillips has tossed 2 1/3 hitless frames and picked up two saves and should dominate ninth-inning work until Graterol returns to help LA's bullpen.

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that relief pitchers Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) and Blake Treinen (lung) are "a ways away" from returning from the injured list. Both players are playing catch but have yet to start throwing bullpen sessions. Graterol is dealing with right-shoulder inflammation, while Treinen suffered a bruised lung when he was hit by a comebacker in the chest in spring training in early March. Both relievers are unlikely to be available for the Dodgers' bullpen until probably late April. Until they are able to return, Joe Kelly and Ryan Brasier will be counted on more in late-inning setup roles ahead of closer Evan Phillips.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) will not be on the 26-man roster for the upcoming Seoul Series, as he was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with right shoulder inflammation. The 25-year-old made just one appearance this spring, tossing a scoreless inning. The severity of his injury is unknown, but losing Graterol to start the season will be a hit to the team's bullpen depth. Graterol was very effective in 2023, going 4-2 with seven saves and 19 holds along with a 1.20 ERA, 0.97 WHIP, and 18.7% strikeout rate in 67 1/3 innings pitched. He is still worth keeping an eye on in saves-plus-holds leagues at this time.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol recorded his fifth save of the season on Thursday, closing out the Colorado Rockies in a 2-1 victory. Graterol pitched a clean ninth, striking out one while not allowing a baserunner. The 24-year-old has been terrific this season in a high-leverage role, pitching to a 1.62 ERA and 1.10 WHIP with 37 strikeouts over 50 IP. Evan Phillips is the clear closer in L.A., but if he falters or gets hurt Graterol should step into the ninth-inning role. For now, the latter will have to settle for a bunch of holds and the occasional save when Phillips needs a night off. Graterol should be rostered in deeper leagues and leagues where holds count.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol (shoulder), who has been dealing with a sore right shoulder, will not be placed on the injured list. He threw off a bullpen mound on Thursday and was deemed OK. It's good news for the Dodgers bullpen after they learned earlier on Thursday that right-hander Daniel Hudson will miss extended time due to a sprained MCL in his right knee. The 24-year-old hard-throwing right-hander has been outstanding for the Dodgers and fantasy managers this year, even though he hasn't been the team's primary closer. In 38 appearances (one start), he's posted a strong 1.95 ERA (3.10 FIP), 1.19 WHIP, four saves, six walks and 27 strikeouts in 37 innings. Graterol should continue see the occasional save chance when Evan Phillips needs rest.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Brusdar Graterol (arm) has been unavailable the last couple of games as he's been dealing with an arm issue, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Manager Dave Roberts said the team will see if he can pitch Thursday, but there's a chance he might need time on the injured list. Graterol is one of the club's late-innings arms and has pitched to an impressive 1.95 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 18.0% strikeout rate with four saves and eight holds over 37 innings. Most of the 24-year-old's value comes in save and holds leagues, so fantasy managers in those formats should stay updated on his status.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol will serve as the opener for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. This is an interesting decision as Graterol will face the top of the order in what will likely be a one inning appearance. After that, it's assumed that Michael Grove will handle the bulk of the innings in this game. Graterol has been solid out of the bullpen for the Dodgers this season. However, there's not much fantasy value in these opener situations.

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol picked up a four-out save in Monday's 8-6 win over the Braves. Graterol entered the game in the eighth inning up by three with two outs and a runner on first. Graterol allowed an RBI double before ending the inning with a groundout. He stayed on to pitch the ninth, delivering a 1-2-3 inning with a strikeout. Evan Phillips has led the team in saves to this point, but he pitched the fifth inning of this game. Graterol now has three saves with a 2.29 ERA and 6.86 K/9 rate in 19 2/3 IP. It appears that he is second in line for save opportunities behind Phillips, but his current role only holds fantasy value in deep roto leagues.

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated infielder Max Muncy and relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol from the paternity list on Friday and optioned outfielder Luke Williams and pitcher Justin Bruihl to the minors in corresponding moves. Muncy is back at third base and is hitting cleanup for the Dodgers on Friday against right-hander Jack Flaherty and the St. Louis Cardinals. The 32-year-old missed three games while he was away from the team, but fantasy managers will want to get him back into their lineups immediately. Muncy still leads the National League with 11 homers and is also sporting a .718 slugging percentage and 1.129 OPS. Graterol has one save this year and could see occasional save chances in a committee involving Evan Phillips, Caleb Ferguson and ... [More]

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol has been placed on the paternity list on Monday. He'll join teammates Evan Phillips and Max Muncy who are also on the paternity list right now. At this point, it's probably a toss-up on who is going to close out games for the Dodgers with Graterol and Phillips gone. Possibly, Yency Almonte or Shelby Miller get a chance in the ninth inning. Manager Dave Roberts will probably play matchups, so there's not a clear pickup with Graterol and Phillips unavailable.