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Dodger Blue > Dodgers News > 2024 Dodgers NLCS: James Outman, Tony Gonsolin, Kevin Kiermaier, Freddie Freeman, Brusdar Graterol, Joe Kelly, Miguel Rojas & More Updates
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2024 Dodgers NLCS: James Outman, Tony Gonsolin, Kevin Kiermaier, Freddie Freeman, Brusdar Graterol, Joe Kelly, Miguel Rojas & More Updates

Matthew Moreno
October 12, 2024
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James Outman
Jul 28, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder James Outman (33) runs towards home plate after hitting hits a home run to left field against the Houston Astros during the fifth inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports
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In needing five games to outlast the San Diego Padres and advance out of the National League Division Series for the first time since 2021, the Los Angeles Dodgers were left with just one off day before resuming their October run.

Awaiting them was the New York Mets, who eliminated the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. Game 1 of the NL Championship Series is at Dodger Stadium on Sunday.

After navigating a regular season in which injuries consistently threatened to throw them off course, the Dodgers still are far from healthy and matters have only worsened.

Alex Vesia suffered an intercostal injury during Game 5 against the Padres, and isn’t considered likely to be on the Dodgers’ playoff roster for the NLCS.

Meanwhile, Freddie Freeman (sprained right ankle) and Miguel Rojas (left adductor tear) also are varying degrees of a question mark.

Dodgers NLDS notes

Miguel Rojas

Rojas ran bases during the Dodgers’ NLCS workout on Saturday, and conceivably could be replaced on the postseason roster. Rojas did not play in the final two games of the NLDS.

“I want to kind of see how the guys — mainly Rojas — how he moves around today,” Roberts said.

Freddie Freeman

Freeman should be in the Dodgers lineup for Game 1 of the NLCS, but his status likely will continue to be evaluated each day.

Roberts did note Freeman’s condition was improved Saturday than the day before, but acknowledged the Dodgers may look for opportunities to get him rest and playing a day game Monday after a night game does present a challenge.

Joe Kelly and Brusdar Graterol

Brusdar Graterol was deemed week-to-week upon being put on the 15-day injured list in late September because of right shoulder discomfort.

Joe Kelly didn’t make the Dodgers roster for the NLDS because of a shoulder injury suffered in their workouts during the bye week.

“They’re not going to be options,” answered Roberts when asked if either relief pitcher was an option for the NLCS.

Brent Honeywell

Because of the injury status with Vesia, Graterol and Kelly, Brent Honeywell could be added onto the Dodgers roster.

The right-hander ended the season on the 15-day IL because of a cracked fingernail issue but has regularly pitched live batting practice during playoff workouts.

“He’s still got this finger thing, but he certainly is in the mix,” Roberts said.

Honeywell could be of particular value given the best-of-seven NLCS format and his ability to pitch multiple innings.

James Outman

The Dodgers don’t have — or need — a shortstop to replace Rojas if he isn’t active for the NLCS, and it could create a chance for James Outman to be added.

Kevin Kiermaier

Rojas’ injury could lead to the Dodgers electing to carry Kevin Kiermaier, who likely would be a defensive replacement if the Dodgers continue to shift players around as a means of aiding Freeman.

Tony Gonsolin

Elsewhere on the pitching front, the door remains slightly open for Tony Gonsolin to return in 2024.

“He’s here, he’s on the table. He’s an option,” Roberts said. “We’ve got some other guys, obviously, that we’ve had. But Tony is an option. He’s in there.”

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TAGGED:2024 NLCSBrent HoneywellBrusdar GraterolFreddie FreemanJames OutmanJoe KellyKevin KiermaierLos Angeles DodgersMiguel Rojas
ByMatthew Moreno
Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Executive Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
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