Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow last pitched live on April 27 but has since been sidelined with right shoulder inflammation after throwing only 18 innings this season. Working toward a return, the 31-year-old right-hander made his second rehab start on Friday for the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets, though the performance fell short of expectations.
In this outing, Glasnow allowed five runs on seven hits along with one walk, while striking out three batters over 2.1 innings. This was a sharp decline compared to his first rehab appearance, where he threw two innings without surrendering a run. These results have raised concerns about his readiness to rejoin the Dodgers’ active roster.
Manager Roberts Calls for Additional Rehab Starts After Inefficient Performance
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed frustration with Glasnow’s limited innings and overall efficiency during the latest rehab outing. According to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times, Roberts indicated that the team had hoped Glasnow would pitch at least four innings but he was unable to reach that mark.
“Dave Roberts said the report from OKC last night was that Tyler Glasnow’s stuff looked fine, but that he wasn’t efficient enough. They were hoping to get him into the fourth, but he only managed 2.1 IP. That means he’ll likely need at least two more rehab outings before returning.”
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times
Glasnow’s Mechanics and Rehab Approach Scrutinized by Team Leadership
Glasnow, who entered the season with a 4.50 ERA despite being healthy, attributes some of his struggles to a new pitching delivery designed to protect his arm. The former All-Star acknowledged he hasn’t fully mastered this adjustment but remains committed to improving. Meanwhile, Roberts has urged Glasnow to focus less on mechanical details during gameplay and more on securing outs.
“He’s a very cerebral guy, mechanical, and as he’s gone through this rehab, he’s still thinking more internal, which is understandable,”
Roberts explained.
“But as he starts to get out on rehab, get closer to competition, real-life game competition, my encouragement is to get more external. You’re going to start trying to get hitters out rather than [focus on] where your delivery is at.”
—Dave Roberts, Dodgers Manager
Implications for Dodgers’ Rotation and Future Steps
With Glasnow requiring more rehab outings, the Dodgers must prepare for the possibility that their righty starter will not return immediately to major league action. His condition and efficiency will remain a key focus as the team monitors his progress. The ongoing efforts to fine-tune his pitching approach and build durability will be crucial in determining when Glasnow can contribute effectively at the highest level again.