Dodgers promote Josue De Paula for three-game series against the Marlins

The Los Angeles Dodgers have called up prospect Josue De Paula for a three-game series in Miami as the team pushes for a high seed in the National League postseason. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed that De Paula will serve as the team's designated hitter throughout the road trip. The move follows the placement of Shohei Ohtani on the injured list due to inflammation in his right biceps, with the team aiming to give the star time to recover before the playoffs. De Paula earned the promotion after a productive season at the Double-A level in Tulsa where he recorded 27 home runs and 104 runs batted in. While the Dodgers intend to integrate the young hitter into the lineup as the designated hitter, the team is currently satisfied with its existing defensive alignment in the outfield.

• 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers' Dave Roberts reveals his plan for Josue De Paula for Marlins series