Dodgers' Edwin Diaz targets return after All-Star break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:11 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Edwin Diaz aims to return to the team following the All-Star break after undergoing elbow surgery. Diaz stated he hopes to rejoin the Dodgers soon and is on schedule with his recovery, having begun throwing to hitters. Manager Dave Roberts mentioned that a rehab assignment is the next step for him. Diaz has been on the injured list since April due to loose bodies in his right elbow, making only seven appearances this season. Following his injury, the Dodgers have relied on Tanner Scott and other pitchers to fill the closer role effectively.
- •Edwin Diaz hopes to return after the All-Star break.
- •He underwent surgery for loose bodies in his right elbow.
- •Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Diaz will go on a rehab assignment.
- •Diaz has a 10.50 ERA with seven earned runs this season.
- •Tanner Scott has emerged as a reliable closer in Diaz's absence.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz throws live BP, stays on track for return after All-Star break
- 9:11 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers’ Edwin Diaz Aiming for Return After All-Star Break
"Edwin Díaz is still on track to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers following the All-Star break after throwing his first live batting practice Sunday since elbow surgery. Díaz faced hitters at Dodger Stadium before the back-to-back World Series champions hosted the San Diego Padres. Díaz has made only seven appearances for the Dodgers, who signed the longtime New York Mets closer to a three-year, $69 million deal as a free agent.
"Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Edwin Diaz is looking to return to the team soon after the upcoming All-Star break following his elbow surgery.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 11:30 PMDodgers closer Edwin Díaz throws live BP, stays on track for return after All-Star break
Edwin Díaz is still on track to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers following the All-Star break after throwing his first live batting practice Sunday since elbow surgery. Díaz faced hitters at Dodger Stadium before the back-to-back World Series champions hosted the San Diego Padres. Díaz has made only seven appearances for the Dodgers, who signed the longtime New York Mets closer to a three-year, $69 million deal as a free agent.
- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 9:11 PMDodgers’ Edwin Diaz Aiming for Return After All-Star Break
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Edwin Diaz is looking to return to the team soon after the upcoming All-Star break following his elbow surgery.
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