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Dodgers Closer Tanner Scott 'Most Likely' to Hit IL as Trade Deadline Pressure Builds

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Sterling Bennett | Last updated Jul 22, 2025 5:00 AM ET

The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their first win of the second half after holding off the Minnesota Twins in the ninth inning. Despite the victory, the Dodgers' need for another relief pitcher at the trade deadline grew even larger after closer Tanner Scott exited the game with injury.

With runners on first and second and one out, Scott delivered a 2-2 pitch. He immediately grimaced and seemed to be flexing his throwing arm. After trainers and manager Dave Roberts rushed to the mound to evaluate the situation, Scott was removed from the game due to a forearm injury.

Tanner Scott left tonight's game early after this pitch.pic.twitter.com/BhegK3kLZ1
— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) July 22, 2025

Kirby Yates came into relieve Scott. He immediately walked the first batter he faced, loading the bases. He then gave up a sacrifice fly to Carlos Correa that was nearly a grand slam but just fell short in front of the outfield fence.

Following the win, manager Dave Roberts told the media that Scott felt a “sting” in his left forearm and is going to get an MRI on Tuesday. Roberts added that Scott will “most likely” go on the injured list.

While the severity of Scott’s injury is not yet known, it is one more bump in the road for the struggling closer. Signed to a four-year, $72 million contract during the offseason, Scott was supposed to lock down the ninth inning for Los Angeles. Instead, he has a 4.14 ERA, after allowing a run in Monday’s game, and leads the league in blown saves.

The Dodgers were already expected to pursue a late-inning reliever, but with Tanner Scott now likely headed to the injured list, the urgency to strike a deal before the trade deadline has intensified.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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