US EditionDodgers place Michael Kopech on IL for 3rd and final time this season
Michael Kopech faced multiple injuries including knee inflammation and meniscus surgery, limiting him to eight appearances and impacting his pitching command this season.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers placed reliever Michael Kopech on the 15-day injured list on Friday due to right knee inflammation, prompting Will Klein's call-up from Triple-A Oklahoma City.
- Kopech's placement followed a season marked by a shoulder injury, limited appearances since early June, knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus, and inconsistent pitching performance.
- After returning from surgery on September 1, Kopech struggled with command, issuing 13 walks in 11 innings and walking eight batters over his last four appearances before being sidelined again.
- Manager Dave Roberts described Kopech as "pitchable" but acknowledged he is playing below his standard and said they will try to reset him to keep him available for the postseason.
- Kopech's regular season is now over, his availability for postseason play is uncertain, and Klein will occupy his roster spot as the Dodgers prepare for the final home game and postseason run.
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Dodgers place Michael Kopech on IL for 3rd and final time this season
LOS ANGELES — Michael Kopech’s very frustrating season is probably over. Kopech was placed on the injured list on Friday officially with right knee inflammation. But he said only, “I’m battling with a couple different things right now. I’ll just leave it at that.” Kopech finished last October with forearm soreness that carried over into spring training and led to some shoulder soreness. He didn’t make his season debut until June. After only eigh…
Dodgers Place Michael Kopech On 15-Day Injured List
The Dodgers announced that right-hander Michael Kopech has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his right knee. Righty Will Klein was called up from Triple-A in the corresponding move. Klein’s locker in the clubhouse was noted by several L.A. beat writers earlier today, leading to speculation that Kopech was going to be sidelined since manager Dave Roberts said yesterday that Kopech was playing at less than 100 percent.…
Dodgers Place One-Time Closer on Injured List
The Los Angeles Dodgers have an extra reliever in their clubhouse. Although nothing is official, right-handed reliever Will Klein has a locker, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Michael Kopech, who has battled multiple injuries this season, is headed to the injured list. Jun 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Will Klein (61) throws in the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals at Dodger St…
Dodgers' Michael Kopech returns to IL, post-season status in doubt
LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Michael Kopech is going on the injured list, leaving his status for the post-season in doubt. The 29-year-old right-hander has spent more time on the IL than the active roster this season. He rejoined the team on Sept. 1 after undergoing surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee. Since then, Kopech has walked eight batters over 2 2/3 innings of his last four appearances. “He’s going through so…
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