Emmet Sheehan rejoins Dodgers bullpen after Triple-A assignment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:12 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Emmet Sheehan is back with the Los Angeles Dodgers after two weeks in Triple-A Oklahoma City, marking his return on the first day eligible. He replaces Edwin Díaz, who was placed on the 15-day injured list due to neck inflammation. Sheehan has had a challenging season, posting a 5.29 ERA across 20 starts before being sent down. While in Triple-A, he recorded strong performances, particularly an outing where he struck out eight in 5 2/3 scoreless innings. With the Dodgers' rotation currently filled, Sheehan's role as a reliever could provide him with more opportunities moving forward.
- •Emmet Sheehan returns on August 19, 2026.
- •He replaces Edwin Díaz on the injured list.
- •Sheehan had a 5.29 ERA in 20 starts this season.
- •In Triple-A, he pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings with eight strikeouts.
- •His return may strengthen the Dodgers' chances in the postseason.
- 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — Emmet Sheehan back with Dodgers as extra arm in bullpen
"After two weeks with Triple-A Oklahoma City, Emmet Sheehan is back with the Dodgers on his first day eligible to return after 15 days on optional assignment to the minors. He replaces Edwin Díaz, who was placed on the 15-day injured list with neck inflammation. Sheehan was in the Dodgers starting rotation since opening day, […]
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