Dodgers acquire Seth Halvorsen from Rockies to bolster bullpen depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
The Dodgers traded two minor leaguers to the Rockies for reliever Seth Halvorsen on July 20. Halvorsen, a 26-year-old right-hander, is recovering from shoulder inflammation but boasts a fastball that reaches 99 mph. The Dodgers made this move to enhance their bullpen as they aim for a playoff push. Halvorsen will report to Triple-A to complete his rehab assignment before potentially joining the big league roster. This acquisition underscores the Dodgers' commitment to strengthening their pitching staff ahead of October.
- •Dodgers trade Nick Frasso and Landyn Vidourek for Seth Halvorsen.
- •Halvorsen has 13 career saves and a 4.31 ERA in 75 MLB appearances.
- •He will report to Triple-A while recovering from shoulder issues.
- •The move aims to improve bullpen performance for playoff contention.
- •Halvorsen displays exceptional velocity, critical for late-game situations.
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Make Massive Halvorsen Acquisition To Fix Struggling Bullpen
"The Dodgers traded two former early draft picks for Seth Halvorsen, a high-velocity reliever recovering from injury, to add bullpen depth.
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