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Dodgers Place Left-Hander Tanner Scott on IL with Elbow Inflammation
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, JUL 22 – Tanner Scott, who leads the Dodgers with 19 saves but has seven blown saves, is sidelined with elbow inflammation, intensifying the team's urgent need for bullpen reinforcements before the trade deadline.
- A 'stinging sensation' in Scott's forearm led to his placement on the 15-day injured list and an MRI scheduled for Tuesday.
- Despite high expectations, Scott signed a four-year, $72 million contract, and his 4.14 ERA in 47 outings with 19 saves underscores his uneven season.
- With key bullpen arms on the injured list, and the Dodgers recalled Alexis Díaz from Triple-A Oklahoma City to bolster the relief corps.
- The manager said 'intensifying' the need for high-leverage arms before next week's trade deadline, and added plans for a closer-by-committee.
- After the July 31 trade deadline, while Dave Roberts said he remains 'hopeful' about Scott's return this season.
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