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Post by Blunashun on Apr 4, 2019 22:22:36 GMT
Jansen prepared for return to Denver's altitude
Last time in Colorado, Dodgers closer had irregular heartbeat
By Ken Gurnick @kengurnick
April 3, 2019
LOS ANGELES -- Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen said he feels equally excited and anxious about his return this weekend to Denver, where he’s twice encountered an irregular heartbeat that led to operations.
After it happened last August, concern prompted Jansen to skip a September trip to Colorado for a three-game series at Coors Field because he was at “high risk” of another episode. But he said the cardiologist that performed a 5 1/2-hour corrective procedure in November has told him not to worry.
“Excited, also a little nerve-racking, going back there and having that in the back of your mind,” Jansen said. “It’s a mixed feeling right now, but I think we’re well prepared.”
Jansen said his doctor ordered him to stay hydrated and eat a very low sodium diet to keep his blood pressure down.
“I talked to the doctor last week,” Jansen said. “He’s excited about it. He’s confident in his work. He wanted me this offseason to go work out in Denver, that’s how confident he was. I’m sure everything will be fine.”
The Dodgers fly to Denver on Thursday, a day off, but Jansen said he won’t really judge how he feels at altitude until he begins to exercise on Friday. He expects an incident-free series will put his mind at ease, as it did in 2013, after his first series following the initial heart procedure.
Jansen underwent a catheter ablation in the left atrium of his heart after the 2012 season to cauterize the damaged area and prevent it from generating abnormal electrical signals.
Jansen said he was sick and dehydrated the day he had his latest episode in Denver last August, and another corrective procedure was needed. He said he must be diligent about fluid intake at all times, but especially at altitude.
Manager Dave Roberts said he expects it to be “business as usual" for Jansen.
“As far as his heart, worrying about that, I’m not too concerned,” Roberts said.
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 4, 2019 22:23:12 GMT
I hope this isn't a mistake. What choice is there though? Kelly as the closer?
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 4, 2019 22:24:13 GMT
Kershaw plan
Roberts said he’s “leaning” toward having left-hander Clayton Kershaw make two Minor League rehab starts. The first will be Thursday night at Triple-A Oklahoma City.
Kershaw is scheduled to throw four innings, or 60 pitches, and Roberts said if that goes well, Kershaw will throw an additional inning in the bullpen. Kershaw opened the season on the injured list because shoulder inflammation during Spring Training set back his schedule.
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 4, 2019 22:25:00 GMT
If all goes well tonight how much do you want to bet there isn't another game in the minors?
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Post by jrgreene6 on Apr 4, 2019 22:28:00 GMT
I hope this isn't a mistake. What choice is there though? Kelly as the closer? Is there a “thumbs down” / dislike on this site? 👎👎👎😝😝😝 GO DODGERS!!! |
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 4, 2019 22:33:53 GMT
I hope this isn't a mistake. What choice is there though? Kelly as the closer? Is there a “thumbs down” / dislike on this site? 👎👎👎😝😝😝 GO DODGERS!!! Looks like there is now.  I'll talk to Ray about adding more. |
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 5, 2019 14:03:06 GMT
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw: Throws first rehab start
Rotowire 3H ago
Kershaw (shoulder) threw 4.1 innings in his rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday, allowing two runs on six hits, striking out six, and walking two while throwing 61 pitches, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
Kershaw got off to a shaky start, allowing a home run and walking two against the first five batters he faced, but he was able to limit the damage to two earned, and hit the 60-pitch benchmark the team had set for him in his first rehab appearance. Manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday he was leaning toward having Kershaw make one more start for Oklahoma City as he works his way toward rejoining the big club.
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 5, 2019 14:03:59 GMT
That wasn't good enough for Kershaw to say cancel the next rehab start.
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Post by 20DodgerMiracle24 on Apr 5, 2019 14:14:24 GMT
That wasn't good enough for Kershaw to say cancel the next rehab start. Obviously he's rusty. I bet his stats would be about the same if he faced MLB hitters. His pitches were probably what he's capable of throwing, but his rhythum and location had to be off. His next rehab start will be better and I bet by the start of May he'll be back in the rotation. |
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 5, 2019 14:22:33 GMT
That wasn't good enough for Kershaw to say cancel the next rehab start. Obviously he's rusty. I bet his stats would be about the same if he faced MLB hitters. His pitches were probably what he's capable of throwing, but his rhythum and location had to be off. His next rehab start will be better and I bet by the start of May he'll be back in the rotation. Did I just miss the corresponding move to put May on the roster? Someone strain a butt cheek, like Ryu last year? |
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Post by truedodger on Apr 5, 2019 15:27:48 GMT
Dodgers' Ross Stripling: No-decision despite quality start Stripling gave up three runs on six hits with one walk while striking out three through 6.1 innings in a no-decision against the Giants on Wednesday. I was at the game Wednesday and Stripling looked really good up until the 4th inning when he was bouncing some pitches and was hit hard. Kike is crushing lefties and boy that Bellinger is fast, Taylor is solid defensively in LF. Team looks good all around. |
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 5, 2019 18:40:53 GMT
Dodgers' Russell Martin: Draws Friday start
Rotowire Apr 5, 2019
Martin is catching and hitting in the eight spot for the Dodgers' matchup against the Rockies on Friday.
Martin is back in the lineup against Colorado, as he continues to split duty with Austin Barnes behind the dish. The veteran is 3-for-9 with a double and four walks in four games to start the season.
Dodgers' Austin Barnes: On bench Friday
Rotowire Apr 5, 2019
Barnes is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Barnes will yield catching duties to Russell Martin once again as the pair has split playing time fairly evenly so far this year. Barnes is off to a strong start in 2019 as he is 6-for-15 with one double and two home runs.
Dodgers' Joc Pederson: Sitting against lefty
Rotowire Apr 5, 2019
Pederson is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Pederson will once again head to the bench with southpaw Tyler Anderson taking the mound for Colorado. Chris Taylor grabs another start in left field and will bat seventh. According to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com, Pederson will return to the starting nine Saturday and Sunday with the Rockies scheduled to use a pair of right-handed starters.
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 5, 2019 18:45:48 GMT
Dodgers...
1. Enrique Hernandez (R) 2B
2. Corey Seager (L) SS
3. Justin Turner (R) 3B
4. Cody Bellinger (L) RF
5. A.J. Pollock (R) CF
6. Max Muncy (L) 1B
7. Chris Taylor (R) LF
8. Russell Martin (R) C
9. Kenta Maeda (R) P
Rockies...
1. Charlie Blackmon (L) RF
2. David Dahl (L) LF
3. Nolan Arenado (R) 3B
4. Trevor Story (R) SS
5. Ryan McMahon (L) 1B
6. Ian Desmond (R) CF
7. Garrett Hampson (R) 2B
8. Tony Wolters (L) C
9. Tyler Anderson (L) P
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Post by Blunashun on Apr 5, 2019 18:47:59 GMT
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw: Set for bullpen Saturday
Rotowire Apr 5, 2019
Kershaw (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Saturday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
Kershaw threw 61 pitches over 4.1 innings in his first rehab start Thursday for Triple-A Oklahoma City. According to Pedro Moura of The Athletic, the 31-year-old's fastball sat between 88 and 91 mph, a slight improvement upon the velocity he showed in spring training. Kershaw will likely be slated for one more rehab start before making his way back to the majors.
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Post by truedodger on Apr 5, 2019 20:24:22 GMT
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw: Set for bullpen Saturday Rotowire Apr 5, 2019 Kershaw (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Saturday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. Kershaw threw 61 pitches over 4.1 innings in his first rehab start Thursday for Triple-A Oklahoma City. According to Pedro Moura of The Athletic, the 31-year-old's fastball sat between 88 and 91 mph, a slight improvement upon the velocity he showed in spring training. Kershaw will likely be slated for one more rehab start before making his way back to the majors. He should probably do another start in the minors. No reason to rehab at the major league level. Heard that the biggest obstacle for him going forward will be if he can effectively get velocity difference between his fastball which now clocks at 88- 91 mph and his slider which clocks in at a similar velocity. |
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