Ben Casparius begins rehabilitation assignment with Dodgers affiliate
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:20 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed reliever Ben Casparius is on a rehabilitation assignment with the Oklahoma City Comets after recovering from shoulder inflammation. He last pitched for the Dodgers in April and has faced a lengthy layoff. In his first game back, he pitched two-thirds of an inning, allowing one run on one hit and two walks. With the MLB trade deadline approaching, there are discussions about Casparius' potential to be traded as the Dodgers look to improve their roster.
- •Casparius was sidelined for several months due to a shoulder issue.
- •He last played in a game for the Dodgers on April 3, 2026.
- •Casparius pitched 0.2 innings in his first rehab appearance.
- •The Dodgers are considering trade options as they approach the deadline.
- •Casparius has struggled this season with a 9.64 ERA.
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"Dodgers righty reliever Ben Casparius, who has quietly been out for months with a shoulder problem, is on a rehabilitation assignment.
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