Dylan Dodd Injury News & Updates
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Hit hard in finale
Dodd (2-2) allowed five runs on nine hits and a walk while striking out one over six innings Sunday against the Nationals. He did not factor into the decision.
ANALYSIS
Dodd gave up a four-spot to the Nationals in the first inning and then allowed another run to score in the second. He was able to settle in the rest of the way, allowing three hits over the next four innings and exited with the game tied at five. It was just the second time he's lasted six innings this year and it was the fourth straight start he allowed at least four runs. The 25-year-old finishes the year with a 7.60 ERA, 1.89 WHIP and 15:12 K:BB over 34.1 innings (seven starts) and should be expected to start next season at Triple-A Gwinnett.
Oct 1, 2023
Promoted for Sunday's start
Dodd was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to start Sunday's regular-season finale against the Nationals, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
The 25-year-old was previously announced as Atlanta's probable starter for Sunday, and he's now officially been added to the MLB roster. Dodd has a 7.62 ERA, 1.94 WHIP and 14:11 K:BB across 28.1 innings (six starts) this season, but he'll receive a chance to end the campaign on a positive note with game No. 162 being meaningless for Atlanta.
Sep 30, 2023
Starting Sunday
Dodd will be recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to start Sunday's game against the Nationals, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Dodd's last big-league start dates back to Sept. 9 against the Pirates, when he surrendered four runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out two across four innings. He'll be tasked with eating innings for Atlanta with little left to play for before the postseason begins.
Sep 10, 2023
Sent to Triple-A
Dodd was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Dodd made his first big-league start since June versus the Pirates on Saturday, but he'll return to Triple-A after he surrendered four runs on seven hits and three walks over four innings. The left-hander has a 7.62 ERA and 14:11 K:BB across 28.1 frames in the majors this season, so he likely won't be atop the list of candidates should Atlanta need another spot starter down the stretch.
Sep 10, 2023
Struggles versus Pittsburgh
Dodd (2-2) allowed four runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out two over four-plus innings to take the loss Saturday versus the Pirates.
ANALYSIS
Dodd's first major-league outing since June 14 didn't go very well. He ran into trouble in the third inning when the Pirates rallied for three runs, and more issues emerged before he got a quick hook in the fifth. The rookie left-hander has a 7.62 ERA, 1.94 WHIP and 14:11 K:BB over 28.1 innings across six starts. Darius Vines allowed one run over three innings in a relief assignment Saturday, so it's unclear if Dodd will be in the mix for any starts beyond this one, especially if Kyle Wright (shoulder) is activated next week.
Sep 8, 2023
Will get start Saturday
Dodd will be called up from Triple-A Gwinnett to start Saturday in Atlanta against the Pirates, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Dodd made the Opening Day rotation out of camp this spring, but he has posted an ugly 7.40 ERA in five major-league starts (24.1 innings) and a 6.55 ERA in 69.1 innings at Triple-A. The 25-year-old is a risky fantasy streaming option, even versus Pittsburgh.
Aug 6, 2023
Comes off Triple-A IL
Dodd (undisclosed) was reinstated from Triple-A Gwinnett's 7-day injured list Wednesday and returned to the rotation Thursday, covering three innings and allowing three runs on five hits and two walks in a no-decision versus Indianapolis. He struck out one batter in the 59-pitch outing.
ANALYSIS
Dodd was making his first appearance for Gwinnett since June 22 after missing nearly six weeks due to the unspecified injury. The 26-year-old southpaw has previously made six starts for Atlanta this season, but after compiling an 8.02 ERA and 1.90 WHIP in 42.2 innings through his 10 outings with Gwinnett, he's unlikely to receive another promotion anytime soon.
Jul 31, 2023
Starts up rehab assignment
Dodd (undisclosed) began a rehab assignment last Thursday with Atlanta's rookie-level Florida Complex League affiliate, striking out four over 3.1 perfect innings.
ANALYSIS
Dodd's appearance in the FCL was his first at any level since June 22. He landed on Triple-A Gwinnett's 7-day injured list shortly after that outing, but based on his performance Thursday, Dodd likely isn't far away from rejoining Gwinnett's rotation. Dodd previously made five starts with Atlanta earlier in the season, but even once healthy, the lefty could find himself behind all of AJ Smith-Shawver, Michael Soroka, Allan Winans and Jared Shuster for a promotion if the big club requires another starter at any point.
Jul 18, 2023
Shelved at Triple-A
Triple-A Gwinnett placed Dodd on its 7-day injured list June 24 with an unspecified injury.
ANALYSIS
Dodd was included in Atlanta's season-opening rotation and made spot starts with the big club on three other occasions in May and June before being optioned to Gwinnett. Following his most recent demotion, Dodd was roughed up for eight runs (seven earned) on 10 hits and two walks over four innings in his lone start with Gwinnett on June 22 before he was deactivated two days later. Atlanta hasn't provided any details regarding the nature of Dodd's injury or when he might be ready to return.
Jun 14, 2023
Back in majors
Atlanta returned Dodd to Triple-A Gwinnett following Wednesday's doubleheader with the Tigers.
ANALYSIS
Dodd was called up Wednesday to start Game 2 and ended up allowing all five of Detroit's runs across four innings. The 25-year-old lefty now holds a 7.40 ERA in the majors across 24.1 innings and will return to Triple-A where his numbers aren't much better (7.07 ERA and 1.73 WHIP through 35.2 IP).
Jun 14, 2023
Called up, starting Game 2
Dodd was called up from Triple-A Gwinnett and will start Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Tigers.
ANALYSIS
Dodd will operate as Atlanta's 27th man for the doubleheader and draw his fifth major-league start of the season. To this point, the left-hander has posted an inflated 6.64 ERA and 1.77 WHIP with 10 strikeouts over 20.1 innings with Atlanta. His Triple-A numbers are actually less impressive as he owns a 7.07 ERA over 35.2 frames in eight outings with Gwinnett. Dodd seems likely to be sent back down following Wednesday's spot start.
May 27, 2023
Optioned to Triple-A
Dodd was sent down to Triple-A Gwinnett on Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Dodd will return to Gwinnett after being recalled for Thursday's start, surrendering four runs on seven hits a walk while striking out three batters over five innings in a no decision versus the Phillies. The decision to return the left-hander to Triple-A could suggest that Michael Soroka is set to make his season debut with Atlanta, though nothing official has been announced.
May 26, 2023
Yields four runs over five frames
Dodd pitched five innings in a no-decision against Philadelphia on Thursday, allowing four runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out three batters.
ANALYSIS
Dodd was recalled from Triple-A prior to the game and gave Atlanta five innings, but he wasn't sharp. The rookie surrendered three runs in the second inning and another in the fifth, and he served up two homers among the seven hits he allowed. Dodd also continued to post subpar strikeout numbers -- with his three punchouts Thursday, he's struck out just 10 batters over 20.1 innings as a big-leaguer. On the plus side, the southpaw at least managed to keep Atlanta in the game, which may be enough to earn him another turn in the rotation, though it's also possible that Michael Soroka is called up to make his first major-league start since 2020.
May 25, 2023
Recalled for Thursday start
Atlanta recalled Dodd from Triple-A Gwinnett ahead of his scheduled start Thursday against the Phillies.
ANALYSIS
Dodd will get another opportunity to work out of Atlanta's rotation despite struggling to a 6.46 ERA through his first 15.1 major-league innings (three starts) this season. He's also been roughed up at times in Triple-A. The 24-year-old southpaw seems like an iffy fantasy streaming bet, even on Thursday's lighter slate.
May 24, 2023
Promotion imminent
Dodd will be recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday and start against the Phillies, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Dodd holds a 6.46 ERA and 1.83 WHIP in the majors this season through 15.1 innings across three starts. His Triple-A numbers are similar, but he is coming off a shutout four-inning performance in his last minor-league start. That being said, Dodd offers very little fantasy value until he proves he can hold his own in the big leagues.
May 5, 2023
Optioned to Triple-A
Dodd was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett by Atlanta on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Dodd pitched well in a spot start Thursday against the Marlins in yielding three runs over six innings, but he'll head back to the minors for the time being. Whether he'll be needed again by the big club soon could depend on how much time Kyle Wright (shoulder) misses.
May 4, 2023
Steady in win
Dodd (2-1) allowed three runs on eight hits and three walks while striking out one over six innings, earning the win over Miami on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jorge Soler accounted for the damage on Dodd's line, tagging him for a two-run home run in the first inning and an RBI double in the fifth. It was a solid outing for Dodd, who replaced Kyle Wright (shoulder) in Atlanta's rotation for this game. With a 6.46 ERA, 1.83 WHIP and 7:4 K:BB over 15.1 innings across three starts this season, there's no guarantee Dodd is long-term solution as a starter. With two off days next week, Atlanta may opt for a four-man rotation.
May 4, 2023
Call-up official
Atlanta recalled Dodd from Triple-A Gwinnett ahead of his scheduled start Thursday in Miami.
ANALYSIS
He'll join the 26-man active roster as a replacement for right-hander Kyle Wright, who was placed on the 15-day injured list after exiting his start Wednesday with right shoulder inflammation. Though Dodd will pick up a start Thursday, he may not be in line for an extended stay in the rotation as Wright's replacement. Due to a pair of off days during the upcoming week, Atlanta could get by with a four-man rotation until May 16. Dodd previously made two starts for Atlanta in April, covering 9.1 innings while giving up eight earned runs on 16 hits and one walk.
May 3, 2023
Set to start Thursday
Dodd will be called up Thursday to start against the Marlins, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Dodd has already made two starts for Atlanta this season, but he was sent down to Triple-A Gwinnett shortly after allowing seven runs across 4.1 innings against San Diego. He's had slightly more success in the minors this season, although he gave up six runs in three innings during his most recent Triple-A appearance.
Apr 11, 2023
Sent down to Triple-A
Dodd was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett by Atlanta on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Dodd pitched well in his major-league debut but was knocked around in his second outing. With Kyle Wright ready to rejoin the rotation, Dodd will now head to Gwinnett as he waits for another opportunity.
Apr 10, 2023
Pounded by Padres
Dodd (1-1) took the loss Sunday against San Diego after he gave up seven runs on 10 hits with three strikeouts and one walk over 4.1 innings.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old threw 60 of his 84 pitches for strikes and perhaps found too much of the plate at times, as he surrendered two homers and four doubles. Dodd allowed just one run in five frames during his MLB debut last week, and he's likely to remain in the rotation for now since Max Fried (hamstring) isn't likely to return from the injured list for at least a couple weeks.
Apr 4, 2023
Earns win in MLB debut
Dodd (1-0) earned the win Tuesday in St. Louis, allowing one run on six hits and no walks over five innings in a 4-1 victory. He struck out three.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old made Atlanta's season-opening rotation and was finally added to the MLB roster Tuesday afternoon, and he held down a strong Cardinals offense in his big-league debut. Dodd threw 52 of 73 pitches for strikes and also generated 12 whiffs. The left-hander should maintain his spot in the rotation with Max Fried (hamstring) and Kyle Wright (shoulder) on the injured list, with his next start tentatively lining up for Sunday versus San Diego.
Apr 3, 2023
Contract officially selected
Atlanta selected Dodd's contract Monday, calling him up from Triple-A Gwinnett.
ANALYSIS
Dodd has been expected to start Tuesday's matchup versus the Cardinals for a while a now and he is now officially on track to toe the rubber. The 24-year-old southpaw wasn't a significant prospect entering spring training this year, but he has added a couple ticks to his fastball, which now sits in the mid-90s. Dodd had a 2.00 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 20 strikeouts in 18 innings this spring and could stick in the rotation if he pitches well.
Apr 2, 2023
Remains on track to start Tuesday
Dodd remains penciled in as Atlanta's starter for Tuesday's game at St. Louis, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old lefty has yet to be added to the 26-man and 40-man rosters since he wasn't needed during the first four games of the season, but he'll officially have his contract selected ahead of Tuesday's contest. Dodd posted a 2.00 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 20:4 K:BB across 18 innings this spring to earn a spot in the season-opening rotation, and he likely received some added job security with ace Max Fried (hamstring) likely to miss time after he suffered an injury Opening Day.