The Los Angeles Dodgers are navigating a turbulent stretch as they deal with a significant setback in their pitching rotation. Following the news that teammate Tyler Glasnow has sustained a sprained elbow and could miss the remainder of the season, Walker Buehler’s role has become increasingly pivotal. Manager Dave Roberts underscored the urgency of the situation.
“He understands that the opportunity to pitch in October is not just going to be given to him,” Roberts said before Buehler’s most recent outing. “It’s not about how you feel or this or that. It’s about taking the best players that are going to help us win in the postseason. I’m expecting him to be one of them.”
Walkers’ Recent Performance Struggles
Buehler is currently grappling with a challenging season, marked by a record of 1-5 and a 5.95 ERA. His struggles have only intensified since making his comeback from a right hip injury, as he holds a higher ERA of 6.14 across his last five starts. In his most recent outing, Buehler allowed five runs and nine hits in just five innings, leading to a disappointing 10-4 loss against the Chicago Cubs.