Edwin Díaz Activated by Dodgers After 85-Game Absence
Edwin Díaz, a 32-year-old right-handed pitcher, has been activated by the Los Angeles Dodgers after an 85-game absence due to arthroscopic surgery on his elbow. He is expected to resume his role as the team's closer. Díaz had been sidelined…
Philadelphia, PA, July 29, 2026 —
The Los Angeles Dodgers have activated 32-year-old right-handed pitcher Edwin Díaz, bringing him back to the active roster after an 85-game absence. Díaz underwent arthroscopic surgery on his elbow, which had kept him sidelined since April.
Díaz is expected to reclaim his position as the team’s closer. His return is seen as a significant boost for the Dodgers, who currently hold an 11-game lead in the National League West standings.
The pitcher’s recovery and subsequent activation follow a period of rehabilitation aimed at addressing the elbow injury. The team has not provided further details regarding his current physical status beyond his activation.
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