Los Angeles Dodgers deal catcher setback and eye pitcher comeback before Mets series

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed catcher Will Smith on the 60‑day injured list on August 21 (Japan time August 22), effectively ending his season after hopes he would return in August. Fans expressed disappointment on social media, with reactions such as "Noooooo!" and "60 days!?".

Right‑hander Edwin Diaz, who underwent right elbow surgery in April, is expected to be ready for a start this weekend. His first appearance could come against the New York Mets at Citi Field, a former team, and local media warned that his return will likely spark a highly enthusiastic response from fans.