Glasnow's Comeback: A Critical Step in His Recovery Journey
Glasnow's Second Rehabilitation Start: Key Performance Insights
Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow recently completed his second minor league rehabilitation appearance, delivering 47 pitches over two and two-thirds innings. This outing, for the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets against the Salt Lake Bees, saw him strike out two batters while conceding one run on a single hit and one walk. The solitary run was a result of a wild pitch in the opening inning. Notably, both baserunners managed to steal second base, an indication that Glasnow's primary focus was on achieving specific pitching objectives rather than closely monitoring base runners.
Velocity and Efficiency: Analyzing Glasnow's Pitching Metrics
During Sunday's game, Glasnow's four-seam fastball consistently clocked in at an average of 95.9 mph across 17 pitches. His performance also included five swinging strikes, highlighting his ability to generate swings and misses. This start marked his first appearance on four days' rest since July 23, 2025, when he last pitched for the Dodgers.
Strategic Rehabilitation: A Phased Approach to Return
Just days prior, on Tuesday, Glasnow's initial rehab start for Class-A Ontario was remarkably efficient, requiring only 16 pitches to complete two innings. Following this, manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Glasnow undertook an additional simulated inning in the bullpen. The current strategy involves gradually increasing Glasnow's pitch count to at least four innings before the Dodgers determine his readiness to rejoin the main rotation. His last major league start was on May 6, having been sidelined for three months due to back spasms.
Inter-League Rehab Matchups: Preparing for the Majors
This week saw several Dodgers pitchers on rehabilitation assignments face off against other major league starters. Glasnow's Tuesday outing in Ontario featured a matchup against Padres right-hander Joe Musgrove, with Nick Pivetta also pitching for Lake Elsinore later in the same game. Similarly, Blake Snell, in his concluding rehab start on Tuesday, encountered Angels left-hander Yusei Kikuchi, who also started against Glasnow on Sunday. Snell is anticipated to rejoin the Dodgers' rotation on Tuesday for their game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium, concluding his own three-month stint on the injured list.
