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Dodgersâ Blake Snell Struggles in Season Debut After Early Return From IL
TL;DR
Blake Snell made his season debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers after returning early from the injured list, replacing Tyler Glasnow. Despite the anticipation, Snell struggled during the game against the Atlanta Braves.
Key points
- Blake Snell returned early from the injured list
- He replaced Tyler Glasnow due to back spasms
- Snell's debut was against the Atlanta Braves
- It was also Snell's bobblehead night
- The plan was for him to pitch five innings
Blake SnellLos Angeles DodgersAtlanta BravesTyler Glasnow
Blake Snell returned early from the injured list to make his season debut with Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves. It was also his bobblehead night.
Snell was scheduled to make a final rehab start with Single-A Ontario on Saturday. But then starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow landed on the IL with back spasms on Friday, and Snell started for the Dodgers instead.
May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell (7) throws to the plate during the second inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
The initial plan was for Snell to pitch five innings against the Braves.
â[We asked] if he was open to taking the five innings here versus on rehab, and he couldnât be more excited to do that,â Roberts said of Snell before his start, per the California Post.
However, he only lasted three innings and threw 77 pitches in his first start of the season. Snell also gave up six hits and four earned runs. He walked two batters and struck out five.
A rough return to Dodger Stadium for Blake Snell
Originally scheduled to make a rehab start, Snell instead got the call back to the big league mound and lasted 3 innings on 77 pitches.
Q&A
Why did Blake Snell return early from the injured list?
Blake Snell returned early to replace Tyler Glasnow, who was placed on the injured list due to back spasms.
How did Blake Snell perform in his season debut against the Braves?
Blake Snell struggled during his season debut against the Atlanta Braves, failing to meet expectations.
What was the initial plan for Blake Snell's pitching in the game?
The initial plan was for Blake Snell to pitch five innings against the Braves.
