Blake Snell explains brief exit during Dodgers game against Tigers

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Blake Snell explains brief exit during Dodgers game against Tigers
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Blake Snell left his start for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Detroit Tigers on Saturday after experiencing issues on the mound. He completed five innings, allowing one run and striking out 10 batters before departing briefly during the third inning. Snell indicated he was slipping due to a blister on his toe and removed a bandaid while discussing the situation with the umpire. The Dodgers ultimately lost the game 2-1, with the Tigers scoring the winning run in the ninth inning. Snell's performance continues to impress after returning from elbow surgery earlier this season.

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  • Snell struck out 10 hitters over five innings against the Tigers.
  • He experienced slipping on the mound due to a blister.
  • Snell walked off the field briefly during the third inning.
  • The Dodgers lost 2-1 with a ninth-inning walk-off by McGonigle.
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Left-hander Blake Snell briefly left his most recent start with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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