Setback for the Dodgers

Brusdar Graterol’s return to the mound just got pushed back. The Dodgers reliever, who missed all of last season after shoulder surgery, won’t be ready for Opening Day this year. Manager Dave Roberts broke the news on Wednesday.

A Long Recovery

Graterol came into spring training hoping to pick up where he left off, but it’s clear he’s not there yet. It’s a tough break for the hard-throwing righty, who was expected to be a key part of the Dodgers’ bullpen.

For now, it’s wait and see. The Dodgers will have to find other options to fill the gap, and Graterol will have to keep working towards a return that’s still unclear.