reliever
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Right-handed reliever Edgardo Henriquez, who landed on the IL two weeks ago with lower-back discomfort, is scheduled to throw to batters this week at Dodger Stadium, Roberts said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
Bubic reported to the Dodgers’ Arizona complex, where the 2025 All-Star began working back as a reliever due to the time constraints of the season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
“He’s probably our most rested reliever, and it’s going to come in hot,” Roberts said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
Struggling reliever Edwin Díaz says he understands why the Dodgers aren’t planning to use him in high-leverage situations when he returns from injury.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
Because willow bark contains salicylic acid, a pain reliever.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
That is especially true in the playoffs, where starting pitchers have generally been little more than the prologue to a whole parade of relievers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Díaz was the high-profile free agent the Dodgers signed to lock down the ninth inning for the next three seasons, inking him to a $69-million deal to do it, a record for relievers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
In salary arbitration, relievers are evaluated in large part on how many saves they’ve accumulated.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
It is a tried-and-true price point that encourages people to switch brands and try new products, from soap to soda, pain relievers to party favors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Or maybe the muscle pain relievers Pattie gave him kick in.
From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan
