Seth Halvorsen shows promise as a Dodgers bullpen option following debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:22 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Seth Halvorsen made his MLB debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers on August 11, achieving three outs in a critical situation against the Kansas City Royals during extra innings. Traded from the Colorado Rockies, Halvorsen showcased a fastball nearing triple digits and impressed manager Dave Roberts, who indicated that Halvorsen would return to the team despite being optioned back to Triple-A. Throughout his minor league appearances, he did not yield any runs, suggesting a potential key role for him in the Dodgers' bullpen as the season progresses.
- •Halvorsen debuted against the Royals, successfully closing out the game.
- •He was traded from the Rockies along with prospects for bullpen reinforcement.
- •Manager Dave Roberts was impressed with his performance and command.
- •Halvorsen did not allow a run in six Triple-A games this season.
- •He struggled with command issues during his time with the Rockies.
- 11:22 PMYahoo Sports — Seth Halvorsen Could Become Surprise Dodgers Bullpen X-Factor
"Dodgers reliever Seth Halvorsen has just one appearance in Dodger Blue, but he may be the answer to the bullpen problems.
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