Four hours before the game against the Giants, the announcement left many saying, “That’s a surprise.” While Dodgers fans eagerly await Mookie Betts’ return from the injured list, there is also a mix of sentiment expressing disappointment over what could have been.
Betts sustained a right oblique strain while running the bases on April 5 and was placed on the injured list the following day. After completing a rehab assignment in the minors, he is expected to rejoin the major league roster for the game against the Giants on May 12 at Dodger Stadium.
Despite the excitement surrounding his comeback, some observers noted the timing feels bittersweet. “It’s a shame,” one source commented. “He was playing so well before the injury, and now the lineup has had to adjust without him.” The Dodgers have managed to stay competitive in his absence, but the team and fans alike are looking forward to having their star back in the lineup.
