Dodgers Place Surprise Pitcher on Injured List, Call Up Kyle Hurt
The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed a surprise pitcher on the injured list, calling up Kyle Hurt to replace him.
www.si.comHere’s the latest on Kyle Hurt and the Dodgers based on recent reporting:
- Kyle Hurt has been active with the Dodgers setup in 2026 after his return from Tommy John surgery, with reports noting his locker presence and indications of potential roster moves as of April 2026. This signals the organization anticipating his contribution at the MLB level this season.[2][3]
- Hurt last pitched in the majors in 2024 and underwent major elbow/throwing rehabilitation, with public comments in early 2026 emphasizing confidence in his rebuilt elbow and readiness for a full season. The Dodgers have publicly framed his comeback as a work-in-progress toward contributing in 2026.[3][4]
- There have been injury-related and roster-transition notes involving Hurt in 2024–2025, including stints on the injured list and rehab assignments, but 2026 coverage suggests he’s being considered for a more active role given his long-awaited return.[1][5]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current headline-by-headline updates from those outlets and summarize any specific game appearances, innings, or roster moves in the last week. I can also create a quick timeline visual (with a chart) of Hurt’s injury and rehab milestones if that helps.