Dodgers face pitching setbacks as Snell seeks NanoScope
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SAN DIEGO — The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that starter Tyler Glasnow was shut down from throwing after a May 8 back-spasm flare-up, while left-hander Blake Snell will undergo NanoScope surgery this Tuesday to remove loose elbow bodies. General manager Brandon Gomes relayed the updates during a pregame media session on Monday at Petco Park.
That procedure, a less invasive arthroscopic NanoScope used earlier by Tarik Skubal on May 6, could shorten Snell's typical recovery by up to approximately one month; the Dodgers provided no firm return timetable. Club officials said Monday they will assess progress, adjust rotation plans and consider roster moves before the trade deadline roughly two months away.
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Timeline
- 1. May 6: Tarik Skubal undergoes NanoScope elbow procedure for loose bodies.
- 2. May 8: Tyler Glasnow placed on injured list for back spasms.
- 3. About one week after May 6: Skubal begins playing catch post-surgery.
- 4. Monday: GM Brandon Gomes announces Glasnow shutdown and discusses roster depth at Petco Park.
- 5. Tuesday: Blake Snell scheduled for NanoScope surgery to remove elbow loose bodies.
Why it matters
The Dodgers' pitching lineup is in flux. Glasnow's back issue and Snell's upcoming surgery could impact team performance. If you're a fan, keep an eye on the roster changes and rotation plans.
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