In a recent win over the Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star Mookie Betts sustained a fractured left hand. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Betts will not require surgery but will need time to heal. As a result, Betts will be fitted for a splint and will have a couple of weeks of inactivity to aid in the healing process.
The injury occurred in the bottom of the seventh inning when Betts was hit by a pitch while facing Royals reliever Dan Altavilla. The pain was immediate, and Betts had to leave the game, with Miguel Rojas taking his place on the field.
Betts, a former MVP and seven-time All-Star, had been performing well this season and was a strong candidate for another All-Star bid before the injury. However, he is now expected to miss 6-8 weeks due to his injury. The Dodgers also placed rookie pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the injured list with a strained rotator cuff. Yamamoto is expected to be out for an unspecified period of time, adding to the team’s injury concerns.
Overall, the Dodgers will need to adjust to Betts’ absence and manage their roster effectively to maintain their competitive edge during his recovery period.
