Blake Snell's Opening Day Status Uncertain Amid Shoulder Recovery

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated Blake Snell (shoulder) is uncertain for the Opening Day rotation, as the left-hander remains limited to throwing off flat ground. The Dodgers are taking a deliberate approach due to Snell's past shoulder problems, and he is still a couple of weeks away from his Cactus League debut. He needs multiple bullpen sessions and live batting practice before pitching in a game. If he reaches these checkpoints by early-to-mid-March, any potential IL stint to start the season would likely be abbreviated.