"Reliever Brock Stewart was reacquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline in what ended up being the team's most significant move. Stewart had been in the midst of a spectacular season with the Minnesota Twins when coming back to the West Coast in a deal for outfielder James Outman. Stewart's advanced analytics were all fantastic, indicating a dominant reliever against right-handed hitters."
"After only four appearances with the Dodgers, Stewart went on the IL with a shoulder issue. He hasn't pitched in a game since Aug. 9. When speaking with manager Dave Roberts, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reported that Stewart could end up being a very significant addition to a bullpen needing help from the right side. He's worked his way back into a position where after a few rehab appearances in the minor leagues, he'll presumably rejoin the team."
"With the heavy amount of left-handed pitchers projected to be on the postseason roster, it's imperative for the Dodgers to find consistent right-handed arms - especially in the wake of Kirby Yates struggling and Michael Kopech still having command issues. "If all goes well then we'll have a conversation over the weekend," Roberts said. "If all goes well, with his ability to pitch well and manage right(-handed hitters), it could be very helpful.""
Brock Stewart was reacquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers in a trade for James Outman after a strong stretch with the Minnesota Twins and excellent analytics versus right-handed hitters. Stewart made four appearances for the Dodgers before landing on the injured list with a shoulder issue and has not pitched since Aug. 9. He began a rehab assignment in the minors, with plans to throw on Tuesday and Thursday and then be activated. Manager Dave Roberts indicated Stewart could be a significant right-handed bullpen option, addressing a postseason need caused by a roster heavy with left-handed pitchers and other reliever struggles.
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