Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell set to make season debut on Saturday

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Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell set to make season debut on Saturday

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | By James Parker | Last updated May 8, 2026 7:30 PM ET

After an admirable effort battling through an injury in the 2025 World Series, Los Angeles Dodgers lefty pitcher Blake Snell is set to make his season debut against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, according to the California Post.

Blake Snell will start for the Dodgers this Saturday, rather than make a final rehab outing, per source

TBD what corresponding move will be — but could obviously have something to do with Tyler Glasnow’s back injury

— Jack Harris (@ByJackHarris) May 8, 2026

Snell last took the MLB field against the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7 of the World Series, but he was dealing with lingering left shoulder issues.

The 33-year-old spent the offseason recovering and has spent time with the Dodgers’ Triple-A affiliate in preparation for his MLB return.

As a two-time Cy Young winner, Snell finished the 2025 campaign with 72 strikeouts in 11 regular-season starts. His return to the bullpen comes after Tyler Glasnow left Wednesday’s game against the Houston Astros with a back injury.

Regardless of Glasnow’s outlook, Snell is set to be the Dodgers’ starter on Saturday.

This article first appeared on Ball Exclusives and was syndicated with permission.

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