URGENT UPDATE: The Los Angeles Dodgers have just activated third baseman Max Muncy off the injured list and have placed utility man Tommy Edman on the IL due to a recurring right ankle injury. This crucial roster change comes as the Dodgers gear up for a pivotal home series against the St. Louis Cardinals starting today.
Edman suffered a sprained right ankle while rounding first base during the fifth inning of Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The injury marks another setback for the 30-year-old, who has struggled since returning from a previous ankle injury earlier this season. Over the last 56 games, Edman has posted a disappointing batting line of .214/.273/.323. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has not provided a timeline for Edman’s return but emphasized the team’s commitment to ensuring his full recovery.
“We’ve got to make sure we do everything on the front end that we don’t have a setback,” Roberts stated. The urgency surrounding Edman’s condition highlights the stakes for the Dodgers as they make their playoff push.
In a remarkable turnaround, Muncy returns to the lineup less than five weeks after suffering a potentially season-ending knee injury on July 2, 2023. During that game, Chicago White Sox outfielder Michael A. Taylor collided with Muncy, prompting fears of a serious injury. Initially convinced that his season was over, Muncy expressed gratitude for the recovery process that followed. “As I was laying there on the ground that night, I thought for sure, ‘This is it,'” he recalled.
Fortunately for Muncy, an MRI revealed no structural damage, allowing him to return to action after completing five rehab games in Triple-A. “It’s hard to stay positive in a moment like that,” Muncy added, emphasizing his newfound appreciation for being back on the field.
As the Dodgers prepare for their matchup against the Cardinals, the team must navigate the challenges posed by Edman’s injury while celebrating Muncy’s unexpected return. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely, anticipating how this dynamic will impact the Dodgers’ performance as the season progresses.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Dodgers continue to make critical roster moves and face off against their rivals.