Dodgers sit Tommy Edman for series finale against Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 1:33 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers face the Kansas City Royals tonight at Dodger Stadium, looking to complete a series sweep. Utilityman Tommy Edman is out of the lineup for the finale. Edman, who has played multiple positions this season, has performed well since returning from the injured list, but his absence appears to be a scheduled off day. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is expected to provide more information regarding Edman's absence ahead of the game.
- •Tommy Edman is out for the Dodgers' game against the Royals.
- •Edman has played in 44 of 46 games since June 17.
- •The Dodgers are starting Miguel Rojas in Edman's place.
- •First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. PT.
- 1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Announce Tommy Edman Decision Before Royals Game
"The Los Angeles Dodgers will go for the sweep of the Kansas City Royals. They’ll do so without utilityman Tommy Edman, who is out of the lineup in the series finale.Edman, 31, has been a Swiss Army knife for the Dodgers defensively, playing second base, third base, left field, and center field this season. That’s […] The post Dodgers Announce Tommy Edman Decision Before Royals Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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