Edwin Díaz Plagued by Rehab Struggles as Postseason Hopes Falter

Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz faces an uncertain postseason roster spot after another rough rehab outing in Triple-A, allowing five runs in two-thirds of an inning. Working back from neck inflammation and a shoulder/elbow recovery, Díaz owns a dismal 11.85 major-league ERA with 7 saves in 11 attempts. Manager Dave Roberts noted that the marquee offseason signing must demonstrate tangible improvement. Meanwhile, reliever Edgardo Henriquez hit the IL, deepening the bullpen crisis.