Jake Cousins throws live batting practice for Dodgers after Tommy John surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:01 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Jake Cousins of the Los Angeles Dodgers has resumed pitching activities, having recovered from Tommy John surgery. On August 22, 2026, Cousins participated in live batting practice for the first time since his signing, following teammate Shohei Ohtani. Manager Dave Roberts described the session positively, but no timeline for Cousins' return to the major league roster was provided. He is expected to begin a rehab assignment since he has not pitched competitively in months.
- •Cousins signed a major league deal worth $905,000 with performance incentives.
- •He has been on the 60-day injured list since joining the Dodgers.
- •His live batting practice session is the first since his recovery.
- •Cousins has a 2.78 ERA in his major league career over 90.2 innings.
- •Postseason eligibility is possible if he performs well in rehab.
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