Trending Now - Blake Snell's Early Return Highlights Dodgers' Setback Against Braves

WHO:

MLB.com - Mookie Betts is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list and be in the starting lineup for Monday night's series opener against the Giants at Dodger Stadium.

MLB.com - Betts went 2-for-5 with a walk and played 11 innings in the field in two rehab games with Triple-A Oklahoma City.

MLB.com - Blake Snell expressed his eagerness for the start against the Braves, stating, "I said yes before they even asked. I wanted this start."

MLB.com - Mookie Betts is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list and be in the starting lineup for the Dodgers' series opener against the Giants.

MLB.com - Blake Snell, two-time Cy Young Award winner, Los Angeles Dodgers, Tyler Glasnow, Atlanta Braves, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Freddie Freeman, Bobby Cox, Walt Weiss.

NY Post - Blake Snell, Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves.

WHAT:

MLB.com - The Dodgers plan for Betts to play on Monday and Tuesday before a planned day off on Wednesday, and then potentially play in two of the next three games.

MLB.com - Snell's final line in his season debut was five runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five in three innings, throwing 77 pitches.

MLB.com - Snell's performance was viewed as a mixed bag, with Dodgers manager Dave Roberts noting, "Certainly this time of year, the most important thing is guys' stuff is good, they're healthy."

MLB.com - Betts went 2-for-5 with a walk and played 11 innings in the field during two rehab games with Triple-A Oklahoma City.

MLB.com - The Dodgers plan to ease Betts back into everyday action, with an initial plan for him to play on Monday and Tuesday before a planned day off on Wednesday.

MLB.com - Blake Snell's final line in his season debut was five runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five in three innings, throwing 77 pitches.

MLB.com - Snell's season debut was classified as a success despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, as it was viewed as an extension of spring training.

MLB.com - Snell's first inning included a single that deflected off Hyeseong Kim's glove, a walk, and a soft grounder that traveled two feet, leading to a run on a fielder's choice.

MLB.com - Snell was able to limit the damage to one run on an Austin Riley fielder's choice, but he didn't fare as well in another bases-loaded situation in the second inning, where he allowed two runs with a single from Ozzie Albies.

MLB.com - Matt Olson knocked in another two runs on a single that came off the bat at 103.4 mph, the hardest-hit ball in play off Snell all evening.

MLB.com - Blake Snell's final line in his season debut was five runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five in three innings, throwing 77 pitches.

MLB.com - Snell's season debut was classified as a success despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, as it was viewed as an extension of spring training.

MLB.com - Snell's first inning included a single that deflected off Hyeseong Kim's glove, a walk, and a soft grounder that traveled two feet, leading to a run on a fielder's choice.

MLB.com - Matt Olson knocked in another two runs on a single that came off the bat at 103.4 mph, the hardest-hit ball in play off Snell all evening.

MLB.com - Blake Snell's final line in his season debut was five runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five in three innings, throwing 77 pitches.

MLB.com - Snell's season debut was classified as a success despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, as it was viewed as an extension of spring training.

MLB.com - Snell began this year on the injured list due to left shoulder fatigue after missing four months of his first season as a Dodger due to inflammation in the same shoulder.

MLB.com - Snell had a 5-4 record with a 2.35 ERA in 11 regular-season starts last year and a 3.18 ERA across six postseason appearances (five starts).

MLB.com - Snell opted to skip a final rehab start to rejoin the Dodgers' rotation after Tyler Glasnow was placed on the injured list due to lower back spasms.

MLB.com - Blake Snell's final line in his season debut was five runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five in three innings, throwing 77 pitches.

MLB.com - Snell's season debut was classified as a success despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, as it was viewed as an extension of spring training.

MLB.com - Snell began this year on the injured list due to left shoulder fatigue after missing four months of his first season as a Dodger due to inflammation in the same shoulder.

MLB.com - Snell had a 5-4 record with a 2.35 ERA in 11 regular-season starts last year and a 3.18 ERA across six postseason appearances (five starts).

MLB.com - Blake Snell's season debut was classified as a success despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, as it was viewed as an extension of spring training.

Sportskeeda - The Los Angeles Dodgers have won back-to-back World Series titles in 2024 and 2025, making them one of the favorites to win again in 2026.

MLB.com - Blake Snell returned to the Dodgers' rotation, making his season debut against the Braves.

MLB.com - Snell gave up five runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out five in a 7-2 loss.

MLB.com - Snell threw 77 pitches across three innings, with the Dodgers hoping for five innings and 75 pitches.

MLB.com - Snell began the year on the injured list due to left shoulder fatigue.

MLB.com - Snell had a 5-4 record with a 2.35 ERA in 11 regular-season starts last year and a 3.18 ERA in six postseason appearances.

MLB.com - Bobby Cox, Hall of Fame manager, passed away at 84.

MLB.com - Cox led Atlanta to 14 consecutive division titles and a 1995 World Series championship.

MLB.com - Freddie Freeman described Cox as a "good man" and shared a personal memory involving his son.

MLB.com - Cox holds the MLB record for the most ejections by a manager (162).

MLB.com - Dave Roberts stated, "We lost a legend. He did it the right way. He loved his players, loved the game."

WHERE:

MLB.com - The game took place at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles.

MLB.com - Bobby Cox was associated with the Atlanta Braves.

WHEN:

MLB.com - Snell's debut occurred on his bobblehead night.

MLB.com - Freeman's MLB debut was on September 1, 2010.

WHY:

MLB.com - The hope is that returning Betts to the lineup can help the team get back on track after an inconsistent offense.

MLB.com - The Dodgers hope that Snell's return will provide valuable insights into his performance against major league hitters.

MLB.com - The Dodgers hope that Betts' return will help improve their inconsistent offense.

MLB.com - The Dodgers had been hoping to get Snell in the neighborhood of five innings and 75 pitches, but the Braves' lineup forced him to throw 77 pitches across three innings.

MLB.com - Snell returned to the rotation after Glasnow was placed on the injured list.

HOW:

MLB.com - Snell was able to limit damage in the first inning to one run on an Austin Riley fielder's choice, despite facing a tough Braves lineup.

MLB.com - The corresponding move to activate Betts will likely involve either Alex Freeland or Hyeseong Kim, with Santiago Espinal also a possibility.

MLB.com - Snell was on the receiving end of some bad batted-ball luck, with neither hit in the first inning having an expected batting average greater than .300.

MLB.com - Snell's first inning included a single that deflected off Hyeseong Kim's glove, a walk, and a soft grounder that traveled two feet, leading to a run on a fielder's choice.

MLB.com - Snell opted to skip a final rehab start to rejoin the Dodgers' rotation after Tyler Glasnow was placed on the injured list due to lower back spasms.

MLB.com - Snell opted to skip a final rehab start to rejoin the Dodgers' rotation.

(UPDATED May 11, 2026 04:16 UTC)

Mookie Betts is set to be activated from the 10-day injured list and will be in the starting lineup for the Dodgers' series opener against the Giants at Dodger Stadium. He recently played two rehab games with Triple-A Oklahoma City, going two for five with a walk and logging eleven innings in the field. The Dodgers plan for him to play on Monday and Tuesday, take a day off on Wednesday, and then potentially participate in two of the next three games, hoping his return will boost their inconsistent offense.

(UPDATED May 11, 2026 01:29 UTC)

Blake Snell expressed his eagerness for his start against the Braves, saying he was ready before the team even asked him to pitch. In his season debut, Snell allowed five runs, four of which were earned, on six hits and two walks, while striking out five in three innings, throwing a total of 77 pitches. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts commented on Snell's performance as a mixed bag, emphasizing that the key at this time of year is ensuring players are healthy and their stuff is good, as the team hopes to gain valuable insights from Snell's return against major league hitters.

(UPDATED May 10, 2026 23:11 UTC)

Mookie Betts is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list and will likely be in the starting lineup for the Dodgers' series opener against the Giants. After going 2-for-5 with a walk and playing 11 innings in the field during two rehab games with Triple-A Oklahoma City, the Dodgers plan to ease him back into everyday action with games scheduled for Monday and Tuesday before a day off on Wednesday. To make room for Betts, the team will likely move either Alex Freeland or Hyeseong Kim, with Santiago Espinal also being a possibility.

(UPDATED May 10, 2026 21:10 UTC)

Blake Snell made his season debut for the Dodgers, allowing five runs, four of which were earned, on six hits and two walks while striking out five in just three innings, throwing a total of 77 pitches. Despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, Snell's performance was seen as a success and an extension of spring training, although he struggled with a bases-loaded situation in the second inning, giving up two runs. The Dodgers had hoped to stretch Snell to five innings and around 75 pitches, but the Braves' lineup proved challenging, forcing him to exceed that goal.

(UPDATED May 10, 2026 19:16 UTC)

Blake Snell made his season debut, giving up five runs, four of which were earned, on six hits and two walks while striking out five in just three innings, throwing 77 pitches. Despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, Snell's outing was seen as a success and an extension of spring training, although he faced challenges, including a tough second inning where he allowed two runs on a single from Ozzie Albies. Snell experienced some bad batted-ball luck, as neither hit in the first inning had an expected batting average greater than .300.

(UPDATED May 10, 2026 17:13 UTC)

Blake Snell made his season debut for the Dodgers, allowing five runs, four of which were earned, on six hits and two walks while striking out five in three innings, throwing a total of 77 pitches. Despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, Snell's outing was seen as a success and an extension of spring training, especially after he had started the year on the injured list due to shoulder fatigue. The Dodgers had hoped Snell would pitch around five innings and 75 pitches, but the Braves' lineup pushed him to throw more than expected in his first game back.

(UPDATED May 10, 2026 11:14 UTC)

Blake Snell made his season debut for the Dodgers, allowing five runs, four of which were earned, on six hits and two walks while striking out five in three innings, throwing a total of 77 pitches. Despite the Dodgers' 7-2 loss to the Braves, Snell's performance was considered a success as it was seen as an extension of spring training after he began the year on the injured list due to left shoulder fatigue. Snell had previously missed four months of his first season with the Dodgers because of inflammation in the same shoulder, but he opted to skip a final rehab start to rejoin the rotation following Tyler Glasnow's injury.

(UPDATED May 10, 2026 07:40 UTC)

Blake Snell made a successful season debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers, even though the team lost to the Braves with a score of 7 to 2, as it was seen more as an extension of spring training. The Dodgers, who have won back-to-back World Series titles in 2024 and 2025, are considered strong contenders to clinch another championship in 2026. Snell chose to skip a final rehab start to rejoin the rotation after Tyler Glasnow was placed on the injured list due to lower back spasms.

(UPDATED May 10, 2026 05:57 UTC)

Blake Snell made his season debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Atlanta Braves, but unfortunately, he struggled, giving up five runs on six hits in a 7-2 loss. This game was particularly special as it coincided with his bobblehead night, marking a triumphant return after he had been sidelined due to left shoulder fatigue. Meanwhile, the baseball community mourns the loss of Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, who passed away at 84, remembered fondly by players like Freddie Freeman and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts for his legacy and love for the game.