Blake Snell nears return from injured list for Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Blake Snell is set to throw a 15-pitch bullpen session on Friday as he moves closer to returning from the injured list. Snell, who has made just one start this season, was placed on the IL for loose bodies in his elbow after a brief return in May. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed that Snell will have four bullpen sessions before facing hitters. The use of a new tool called the 'NanoNeedle' may expedite Snell's recovery process. Snell previously played a crucial role for the Dodgers after returning from injury in 2025, recording a 3.18 ERA in the playoffs.
- •Snell to throw bullpen session on Friday, focusing on fastballs.
- •He has only made one start in the current season due to injuries.
- •The NanoNeedle procedure is accelerating his recovery process.
- •Roberts indicates four sessions before facing hitters.
- •Snell was a reliable postseason pitcher for the Dodgers in 2025.
- 10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers’ Blake Snell Takes One Step Closer to Return from IL
"Los Angeles Dodgers starter Blake Snell is growing closer to his return from the injured list, and will throw a bullpen Friday.
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