Fri Jun 20 04:20:00 UTC 2025: **Dodgers Shake Up Roster Ahead of Padres Matchup, Option Sheehan After Strong Return**
**Los Angeles, CA -** In a surprising move hours before their game against the San Diego Padres, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced they have selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Jack Little and optioned right-hander Emmet Sheehan to the minor leagues. The decision comes despite Sheehan’s impressive recent performance after returning from Tommy John surgery, a procedure he underwent in May of 2024. To create roster space, the Dodgers transferred right-hander Tony Gonsolin to the 60-day injured list.
Sheehan, a 2021 sixth-round draft pick from Boston College, pitched four innings in his return, allowing just one run and striking out six Padres hitters. The 2023 rookie, who boasted a 4-1 record with 64 strikeouts and a .210 opponent batting average before his injury, expressed satisfaction with his pitch execution and zero walks allowed.
The Dodgers, currently leading the NL West with a 46-29 record and a five-game winning streak, are known for their MLB-leading offense. However, their pitching staff has faced challenges due to injuries to key players like Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, and Roki Sasaki. The move suggests the Dodgers are prioritizing pitching depth and allowing Sheehan to further increase his pitch count in the minor leagues as he continues his recovery. The timeline for Gonsolin’s return is uncertain given his transfer to the 60-day IL.
The move has left many wondering about the Dodgers’ strategy as they prepare to face the Padres. It remains to be seen how Jack Little will contribute and how long Sheehan will remain in the minors.
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