Edwin Díaz Placed On Injured List, Jake Eder Recalled

The Los Angeles Dodgers put Edwin Díaz on the injured list due to right elbow loose bodies and recalled Jake Eder from Triple-A Oklahoma City prior to Monday’s game against the Colorado Rockies.

Díaz lands on the injured list after making just one appearance since April 10. That came Sunday afternoon, when his fastball velocity still was below career average and the right-hander failed to retire any of the four batters faced.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said after the loss there remained some concern with the three-time All-Star. Díaz was previously reported as dealing with a right knee issue that surfaced following his first blown save of the season.

Díaz’s knee trouble was also blamed for the early-season drop in velocity. It was part of a trend that the 32-year-old assured is par for the course since having right knee surgery in 2023.

Díaz now holds a 10.50 ERA, 4.96 FIP and 2.33 WHIP to go along with four saves in five opportunities this season. It’s not yet clear how long the Dodgers expect to be without their closer.

The team figures to further lean on Tanner Scott, Blake Treinen and Alex Vesia for the time being.