Dodgers revealed Eric Lauer’s role with pitching staff
The Los Angeles Dodgers have announced that newly acquired pitcher Eric Lauer will be starting games for the team. This decision comes as the Dodgers aim to maintain a six-man rotation amidst injuries to key players. Lauer, who was traded from the Toronto Blue Jays, has struggled this season but is expected to contribute to the pitching staff.
- ▪Eric Lauer will start games for the Dodgers as part of a six-man rotation.
- ▪He was acquired in a trade after being DFA'd by the Toronto Blue Jays.
- ▪Lauer has a 1-5 record with a 6.69 ERA in eight appearances this season.
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