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Dodger Blue > Dodgers News > Dodgers Optimistic Michael Kopech Will Make Quick Return From Right Knee Injury
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Dodgers Optimistic Michael Kopech Will Make Quick Return From Right Knee Injury

Matt Borelli
July 3, 2025
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The Los Angeles Dodgers lost yet another pitcher as Michael Kopech was placed on the 15-day injured list with right knee inflammation prior to their series opener against the Chicago White Sox.

The IL stint is retroactive to June 28, making July 13 the earliest date that Kopech can return.

The right-hander is on the IL for a second time this season after opening the year inactive because of a right shoulder impingement. Kopech was activated on June 7 after a lengthy rehab process and threw seven scoreless innings before the latest issue.

Kopech said he is pain-free and that going on the IL was more of a precautionary measure. He underwent an MRI that only showed inflammation, which was treated with a cortisone injection.

“I don’t know the incident that it happened, but getting the shot, hoping the pain, inflammation, is subdued,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said of Kopech’s knee injury.

“Obviously, putting him on the IL was smart to get ahead of it. I don’t think it will be a long-term situation. He’s going to be able to keep his arm going, so that’s good. I think we’re all hopeful it will be on the shorter end.”

As Roberts noted, Kopech will continue to throw while he treats his knee, which is a factor in the team being optimistic the injury won’t be a long-term issue. However, L.A. will make sure he is completely healthy before activating him as they prioritize the postseason.

Michael Kopech career with Dodgers

The Dodgers acquired Kopech from the White Sox as part of a three-team trade at the deadline last year and he has gone on to become an important member of the bullpen.

In parts of two seasons, the 29-year-old has pitched to a 4-0 record with a 0.87 ERA, 2.53 FIP, 0.84 WHIP and 10.7 strikeouts per nine across 31 innings in 32 appearances.

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ByMatt Borelli
Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Dodgers as a staff writer for Dodger Blue and holds similar responsibilities for Lakers Nation, a sister site with an emphasis on the Los Angeles Lakers. He also contributes to RamsNewswire.com and RaidersNewswire.com. An avid fantasy sports player, Matt is a former 2014 MLB Beat the Streak co-champion. His favorite Dodgers moment, among a list of many, is Clayton Kershaw's no-hitter against the Colorado Rockies in 2014. Follow him on Twitter: @mcborelli.
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