Mookie Betts will not play in Thursday's game against the Giants as he continues to recover from an oblique strain. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that four consecutive games may be too much for him at this stage.
Key points
Mookie Betts is out of Thursday's lineup against the Giants
He is recovering from an oblique strain
Manager Dave Roberts expressed caution about playing him in consecutive games
Betts played in games on Monday and Tuesday
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May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) takes batting practice prior to the game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) takes batting practice prior to the game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Manager Dave Roberts told reporters before Wednesday nightâs game that Betts is fine that night, but four games in a row might be too much as he works his way back from an oblique strain.
Roberts confirmed that heâd planned to sit Betts on Wednesday, though âa little bit ofâ the decision-making involved Ohtani pitching and not hitting on Wednesday.
âTalking to Mookie and saying he felt really good, as far as physically. Iâm not going to just sit him down [on Wednesday],â Roberts said, as reported by Dodgers Nationâs Noel Sanchez. âGoing three in a row isnât really pushing him, considering how he feels, and heâll be down tomorrow.
Dodgers still dealing with team-wide slump
Q&A
Why is Mookie Betts out of the lineup against the Giants?
Mookie Betts is out of the lineup to manage his recovery from an oblique strain, as four consecutive games may be too taxing for him.
When did Mookie Betts return to play after his injury?
Mookie Betts returned to play on Monday and Tuesday before being rested for Thursday's game against the Giants.
What did Dodgers manager Dave Roberts say about Betts' condition?
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated that Betts is fine but needs to be cautious about playing too many games in a row during his recovery.
How is Mookie Betts' recovery from his oblique strain progressing?
Mookie Betts is making progress in his recovery from an oblique strain, but the team is being careful to avoid overexertion.
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Betts addressed the slump directly before Tuesdayâs game.
âI know Iâm not the hero,â Betts said. âItâs going to take us all.â
May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) takes batting practice prior to the game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) takes batting practice prior to the game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
He added that âweâre going to go through our ups and downs.â
âItâs important for everyone to know itâs going to take all of us and not just one guy getting through their struggles,â he said.
How has Mookie Betts played in 2026?
So far this season, Betts has missed a great deal of time due to injury, and he hasnât been overly impressive when he has played.
In his 10 games this season, heâs hitting .162/.244/.351/.595 with two home runs and seven RBIs.
With a player of Bettsâ caliber, he needs time to work through his swing issues.
Mar 30, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) celebrates after hitting a double against the Cleveland Guardians in the ninth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Mar 30, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) celebrates after hitting a double against the Cleveland Guardians in the ninth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
After all, at his best, Betts has been an MVP, a perennial All-Star and seven-time Silver Slugger winner.
Before his injury, he seemed like he was about to right the ship.
He hit a home run the day before he was hurt, and while heâs only 1-for-9 in the two games since he returned to the Dodgers, itâs just a matter of time before he gets back into the swing of things.
When do you think Mookie Betts will be hitting well again?
