Dodgers demote Emmet Sheehan to Triple-A after struggles

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.

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