Mike Bolsinger RP FA Tue 5/17/16 9:14 AM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) will be activated from the disabled list to start Wednesday's game against the Angels, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.
EDGE Analysis
Currently in the midst of a 20-day stretch without any scheduled off days, the Dodgers will take advantage of Bolsinger's impending return by temporarily using a six-man rotation. The team will likely demote Ross Stripling or Alex Wood to the bullpen/minors at some point, but it appears both pitchers will get at least one more start. Bolsinger injured his oblique March 20, and while he was sharp in his two rehab outings for Triple-A Oklahoma City, he only faced 14 and 16 batters. He'll likely be on a strict pitch count Wednesday against the Angels.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Fri 5/13/16 6:01 PM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) tossed four shutout innings in his second rehab start for Triple-A Oklahoma City.
EDGE Analysis
The Dodgers may give him a couple more starts to build up his pitch count, but Bolsinger is close to being ready. He'd likely replace either Alex Wood or Ross Stripling in the rotation.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Mon 5/9/16 9:36 AM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) tossed four innings of two-run ball Saturday for Triple-A Oklahoma City in his first rehab start.
EDGE Analysis
The Dodgers haven't said how many rehab starts Bolsinger will need, but it shouldn't be too many. He could take Alex Wood's spot in the rotation or simply be optioned to Triple-A once he's cleared.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Sat 5/7/16 11:23 AM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment Saturday, Alanna Rizzo of Dodgers.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bolsinger was initially expected to embark on a rehab stint next week, but it looks as though he's slightly ahead of schedule in his rehab from an oblique injury. Considering he's yet to pitch in a game this season, Bolsinger will likely require multiple rehab starts before returning to the Dodgers.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Fri 5/6/16 5:28 PM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger is on track to begin a rehab assignment next week, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bolsinger has not had any setbacks while throwing side sessions, so he is on the verge of pitching in games again. Bolsinger will likely make several starts in the minors before the Dodgers consider activating him from the disabled list, but he should garner consideration for a spot in the big league rotation once he is ready to go.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Sun 4/17/16 5:24 PM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) has progressed to throwing from 90 feet, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bolsinger seems to be making decent progress in his recovery from an oblique strain he suffered during spring training. There is still no specific timetable for his return, but he's at least moving along in his recovery.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Sun 4/3/16 1:15 PM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) was placed on the 15-day DL Sunday, MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bolsinger wasn't expected to open the season in the Los Angeles starting rotation, so there doesn't appear to be a major rush to get him back. Once healthy, look for the right-hander to be used in spot starts or long relief.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Thu 3/24/16 1:10 PM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) won't open the season in the rotation, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.
EDGE Analysis
Not a big surprise. Bolsinger seems likely to be ready by mid-April, but in the meantime, Carlos Frias or Zach Lee will fill in.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Tue 3/22/16 5:48 PM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger (oblique) is unlikely to be ready for the start of the season, Eric Stephen of True Blue LA reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bolsinger had reported earlier in the week that he was making progress with his strained oblique, but at this point there doesn't appear to be enough time remaining in spring training for the 28-year-old to make a full recovery before Opening Day. The righty was set to be the team's fifth starter, but Zach Lee may fill in that role while Bolsinger is sidelined.
Mike Bolsinger RP FA Tue 3/22/16 4:08 PM
Mike Bolsinger
RP FA
Bolsinger reported progress with his strained oblique Monday, but his status for the start of the season is still uncertain, the Los Angeles Times reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Dodgers will wait to see how he responds to rest and treatment in the coming days. Bolsinger is positioned to open the season as the Dodgers' fifth starter if he's healthy, but Zach Lee may receive the call in his stead.