Dodgers Receive Good News Ahead of MLB Playoffs

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Dodgers Receive Good News Ahead of MLB Playoffs

Originally posted on Athlon Sports
By Xavier Constantino | Last updated Sep 25, 2026 4:38 PM ET

The Los Angeles Dodgers received an update on right-hander Edgardo Henriquez’s recovery timeline Wednesday, potentially clearing the way for him to return in time for the NLDS.

Henriquez threw a bullpen session for the first time since landing on the injured list. Henriquez was placed on the injured list on September 14 with lower back discomfort that ended his regular season. According to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, Henriquez had been managing the issue for nearly a month before going on the IL.

Henriquez has been a large part of the Dodgers’ bullpen this season. He has appeared in 61 games, pitching to a 2.85 ERA with 71 strikeouts against 25 walks. His numbers put him in the conversation as one of the Dodgers’ most reliable options in high-leverage situations before the injury.

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The Dodgers left open the possibility of a postseason return when they placed Henriquez on the IL, and with Wednesday’s bullpen session, it appears that will be the case. Henriquez would still have to increase his workload before the Dodgers would be comfortable with his return, especially with higher stakes in the postseason.

Getting Henriquez back would bode well for the Dodgers, who understand the importance of a deep bullpen in the postseason. They will need every edge they can get, and Henriquez is one of the other swing-and-miss arms that can help them reach the World Series for a third straight year.

Some positive injury news for the Dodgers: Edgardo Henriquez said he threw a bullpen session yesterday, his first since landing on the IL. His back is in a better spot after dealing with some discomfort for about a month.

He said he thinks he can be ready for the NLDS.
— Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) September 24, 2026