Dodgers demote Emmet Sheehan to Triple-A after struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers have demoted right-hander Emmet Sheehan to Triple-A for the second time in August ahead of their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Sheehan's recent performance saw him allow five runs, including three home runs, raising his ERA to 5.29. He was recalled earlier in the week to provide bullpen depth but will now return to the minors to continue working on his game. Paul Gervase has been recalled as his replacement in the bullpen. Sheehan has recorded eight strikeouts in 6 1/3 innings this month and hopes to show enough improvement to earn another call-up.
- •Dodgers send Emmet Sheehan back to Triple-A on August 21, 2026
- •Sheehan's ERA climbed to 5.29 after recent struggles
- •Paul Gervase recalled to replace Sheehan in the bullpen
- •Sheehan totaled eight strikeouts in 6 1/3 innings this month
- •Dodgers aiming for postseason with healthier pitching staff
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers send struggling player back down for second time in August
"The Los Angeles Dodgers demoted a player for the second time in the month of August ahead of Friday's series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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