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Dodgers place Roki Sasaki on injured list, Eric Lauer to start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:51 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Dodgers place Roki Sasaki on injured list, Eric Lauer to start

Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki has been placed on the injured list due to a blister on his right middle finger. The injury occurred during the fourth inning of a game against the Atlanta Braves, leading to his exit with a 3-2 lead and runners on base. Manager Dave Roberts announced that Eric Lauer will step into the rotation in Sasaki's absence. While a blister is typically not serious, the Dodgers are exercising caution to avoid any long-term setbacks as they navigate a challenging season with multiple injuries.

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•Roki Sasaki exits game against Braves with a blister injury.
•Eric Lauer will take over as starting pitcher in Sasaki's place.
•Sasaki had shown improvement after the All-Star break.
•Dodgers have faced significant injury challenges this season.
•Team aims for a cautious approach to Sasaki's recovery.

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3:51 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers news: Dave Roberts announces move after tough Roki Sasaki injury update

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Dodgers will be without Roki Sasaki for at least a turn through the rotation, and manager Dave Roberts has already lined up the replacement. Roberts said Sasaki is headed to the injured list because of the blister that forced him out of Wednesday’s start against the Atlanta Braves . In his place, veteran left-hander Eric Lauer is […] The post Dodgers news: Dave Roberts announces move after tough Roki Sasaki injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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