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Dodgers’ Betts dealing with illness in Japan, Roberts hopeful he’ll be ready for opening day

  • Mookie Betts will not play in the Tokyo Series against the Chicago Cubs due to a lingering illness, according to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts.
  • Roberts stated that Betts has lost nearly 15 pounds and is still trying to regain strength and hydration.
  • Miguel Rojas will start at shortstop in Betts' absence for the two games, as confirmed by Roberts.
  • Betts' illness began before traveling to Japan, and he did not attend an optional workout, which led Roberts to say they wouldn't have traveled with him had they known the illness would linger.
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Dodgers' Mookie Betts (illness) out of Tokyo Series vs. Cubs

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts has been ruled out of the two-game Tokyo Series against the Chicago Cubs because of an illness, manager Dave Roberts said Monday. Per Roberts, Betts has lost "close to 15 pounds" due to the…

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The Toronto Star broke the news in Toronto, Canada on Saturday, March 15, 2025.
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