Brusdar Graterol
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May 18 2025Graterol (shoulder) has resumed throwing and is hoping to go on a minor-league rehab assignment sometime in August, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol underwent right shoulder labrum surgery last November and only recently resumed throwing. The fireballing reliever still has a lengthy rehab ahead of him, but if he's able to participate in minor-league games in August, as hoped, he could join the Dodgers' bullpen for the final month of the regular season. That would set Graterol up to be a factor for Los Angeles during the postseason, where he has so far thrived -- through 24.1 career playoff innings, the right-hander holds a 1.85 ERA and 0.86 WHIP.
Mar 17 2025Graterol (shoulder) was placed on the 60-day injured list Monday, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has yet to begin throwing after undergoing surgery in November to repair his right labrum and a right shoulder ligament, so this move is simply procedural. A timetable for his return has yet to be established.
Feb 14 2025Graterol (shoulder) said Friday that he's about a month away from beginning a throwing program, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol underwent surgery in November to repair his labrum and a ligament in his right shoulder and said Friday he feels like he has "a new arm." It's difficult to get any gauge on when he might be ready to pitch until he ramps up his throwing, but the right-handed reliever is confident he can be a contributor in the second half.
Jan 9 2025Graterol (shoulder) agreed to a one-year, $2.8 million contract with the Dodgers on Thursday to avoid arbitration, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Injuries plagued Graterol's 2024 campaign, as shoulder inflammation prevented him from making his season debut until August, during which he suffered a Grade 3 hamstring strain. He was able to make six more appearances before the end of the year, finishing with two earned runs allowed over 7.1 innings. The 26-year-old is now recovering from right shoulder labrum surgery and isn't expected back until after the All-Star break.
Nov 15 2024Graterol underwent right shoulder labrum surgery Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers expect the reliever to miss the first half of the 2025 season but be back sometime after the All-Star break. Graterol made just seven appearances during the regular season due to a nagging shoulder issue, although he did return to pitch in the World Series. The 26-year-old will be in his third of four arbitration years this offseason.
Oct 25 2024Graterol (shoulder) was added to the Dodgers' World Series roster Friday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been out since the final week of the regular season due to right shoulder inflammation, but he's been throwing recently and has looked and felt well enough that the Dodgers felt comfortable included him on their roster for the Fall Classic. The hard thrower is capable of handling high-leverage innings and could be needed for them with Evan Phillips (arm) out of commission.
Oct 12 2024Graterol (shoulder) is unavailable for the NLCS against the Mets, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was placed on the injured list Sept. 26 and has apparently made little progress toward a return. Manager Dave Roberts didn't offer an opinion as to whether Graterol would be available if the Dodgers advance to the World Series.
Sep 26 2024The Dodgers placed Graterol on the 15-day injured list Thursday with right shoulder inflammation, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has thrown seven shutout innings since returning from the a hamstring injury Sept. 10, but he'll now officially miss the Dodgers' final four games as well as the first portion of the team's postseason run. Shoulder problems caused the 26-year-old righty to miss the entire first half of the season, though the severity of his latest injury remains unknown. In a corresponding move, Ben Casparius was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City to fill the opening in Los Angeles' bullpen.
Sep 10 2024The Dodgers reinstated Graterol (hamstring) from the 15-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol will return from the injured list a day earlier than originally expected, taking the place of Anthony Banda (hand), who landed on the IL in a corresponding move. The 26-year-old Graterol allowed two earned runs in just one-third of an inning before leaving his season debut with a hamstring strain Aug. 6, so there's a good chance the Dodgers limit him to low-leverage outings until he's able to find his footing in the big leagues.
Sep 9 2024Graterol (hamstring) will likely be activated from the 15-day injured list prior to Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been out since Aug. 7 after suffering a Grade 3 right hamstring strain, but he's expected to be cleared for the team's final game of the series Wednesday if all goes according to plan. It wouldn't be a surprise to see the club deploy the right-hander in a few low-leverage situations upon his return, as he's logged one-third of an inning so far this season dating back to Aug. 6 against Philly.
Sep 7 2024Manager Dave Roberts said Saturday that Graterol (hamstring) is expected to be activated off the 15-day injured list in the next couple of days, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol threw one scoreless inning in his last rehab outing with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday. He's been on the injured list since Aug. 7 due to a Grade 1 hamstring strain, but he appears to be ready to return to the Dodgers' bullpen. Graterol began the season on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation, and his lone appearance with the big club came Aug. 6 against the Phillies, when he gave up two runs on one hit and one walk over one-third of an inning.
Sep 1 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that Graterol (hamstring) could return from the 15-day injured list as soon as Friday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday, and he may require only a couple of appearances with the affiliate before getting the green light to rejoin the Dodgers. The right-hander opened the season on the IL due to right shoulder inflammation before being activated Aug. 5, only to strain his right hamstring in his first appearance of the season for Los Angeles.
Aug 30 2024Manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Graterol (hamstring) will throw to live hitters Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After throwing a pair of bullpen sessions, Graterol has been cleared to face live hitters Saturday. Graterol got up to 30 pitches in a bullpen Wednesday, and doesn't seem far off from returning. It's unclear if the Dodgers plan on restarting Graterol's rehab assignment that was paused at the beginning of August.
Aug 29 2024Graterol (hamstring) did fielding drills, including covering first base, Thursday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been ramping up his activity throughout the week, as he also threw a bullpen session Wednesday. He's expected to throw a simulated game this weekend and should head out on a rehab assignment shortly thereafter.
Aug 28 2024Graterol (hamstring) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session Wednesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol threw his first bullpen session Saturday, and he appears to have already built up to a proper reliever's workload. The 26-year-old remains on track to begin a rehab assignment over the weekend, though it's still unclear how many minor-league innings he'll need to pitch before returning to Los Angeles' bullpen.
Aug 25 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Graterol is expected to begin a rehab assignment next weekend, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander threw a bullpen session Saturday and is likely to throw another before reporting to a minor-league affiliate. Graterol landed on the shelf in early August due to a hamstring strain, which he suffered while making his season debut.
Aug 18 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Graterol (hamstring) will throw a bullpen session soon, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander landed on the shelf with a Grade 1 hamstring strain in early August, and he's making a relatively quick return to mound work. Graterol suffered the injury during his season debut after he missed the first four months of the campaign due to a shoulder injury.
Aug 7 2024Roberts said Wednesday that Graterol is dealing with a Grade 1 strain in his right hamstring, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was initially believed to have suffered a Grade 3 strain during his outing Tuesday, but the Dodgers skipper corrected his previous statements Wednesday. The news gives the 25-year-old reliever a significantly greater chance of pitching again for the Dodgers this season, though it remains unclear how far he is from a return.
Aug 6 2024Graterol was removed from Tuesday's game against the Phillies with a right hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was grabbing at his right hamstring and had to be helped off the field by a trainer after throwing just eight pitches in the sixth inning of Tuesday's contest. The 25-year-old had been making his season debut after sitting out the first four months of the season due to a shoulder injury, and he'll now presumably undergo testing to determine how much more time -- if any -- he'll have to miss.
Aug 5 2024Graterol (shoulder) was activated from the 60-day injured list ahead of Monday's game against the Phillies, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol joined the club earlier in the day after finishing up a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City, and he'll be available out of the bullpen Monday evening following this latest move. The 25-year-old has yet to appear in a big-league game this season but was excellent a year ago for LA, posting a 1.20 ERA and 0.97 WHIP with a 48:10 K:BB and seven saves in eight chances over 67.1 frames.
Jul 27 2024Graterol (shoulder) will likely need at least 2-to-3 more rehab outings before rejoining Los Angeles' bullpen, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol is five outings into a rehab stint that has included two games with the Dodgers' ACL affiliate and three with Triple-A Oklahoma City. He's given up two runs (one earned) on six hits while posting a 3:0 K:BB across five innings during his assignment thus far. Graterol hasn't pitched in the majors this season, but he could rise up to high-leverage work eventually if he proves effective upon his return.
Jul 21 2024Graterol (shoulder) had his rehab assignment transferred to Triple-A Oklahoma City and is expected to pitch in Sunday's contest against Round Rock. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has missed the entirety of the 2024 season to this point while nursing right shoulder inflammation, but he's now just one step away from returning to the major-league roster. The 25-year-old will likely make multiple appearances with Oklahoma City, and if all goes well, he could return to the Dodgers bullpen before the end of July.
Jul 17 2024Graterol (shoulder) completed his second rehab appearance Tuesday in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League, tossing one inning and giving up one earned run on two hits. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol could move his rehab assignment to a higher-level affiliate shortly after the All-Star break and could be ready to return from the 60-day injured list by the end of July if he's able to avoid any setbacks in his subsequent minor-league appearances. The right-hander has been on the shelf all season after experiencing shoulder inflammation during spring training.
Jul 12 2024Manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Graterol (shoulder) could be activated off the 60-day injured list by the end of July, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been on the shelf the entire season due to right shoulder inflammation, but the 25-year-old right-hander has been progressing through his rehab program and was added to the Arizona Complex League Dodgers roster Friday, per Eric Stephen of SBNation.com. Graterol appeared in 68 games for the Dodgers last season, posting a 1.20 ERA and 0.97 WHIP over 67.1 innings while recording seven saves.
Jun 9 2024Graterol (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session this week in Arizona, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As Plunkett notes, this is the first positive news regarding Graterol in a while, as he has been out all season due to right shoulder inflammation/pain. The hard-throwing righty would likely need to throw several bullpen sessions before advancing to face live hitters.
Jun 2 2024Graterol (shoulder) hasn't yet resumed playing catch and is likely at least two months away from being able to return to the Dodgers' bullpen, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol landed on the IL with right shoulder inflammation prior to the Dodgers' season-opening series in South Korea. The righty reliever began a throwing progression in mid-April, but that was stopped after about a week due to continued soreness. Manager Dave Roberts said Saturday that Graterol hasn't yet resumed playing catch and added, "In the context of spring training, if you're not even playing catch, you're at least a couple months away."
Apr 24 2024Graterol (shoulder) has stopped his throwing program due to his arm remaining sore and manager Dave Roberts stated Wednesday, "It's going to be a long program" to get him back, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol threw a bullpen session last week and appeared to be trending well in his recovery, but his rehab program will now be put on pause. The right-hander may now have a difficult time returning from the 60-day injured list when first eligible May 18.
Apr 16 2024Manager Dave Roberts said that Graterol (shoulder) threw a "good" bullpen session Monday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol won't be available until around mid-May after the Dodgers initially placed him on the 15-day injured list March 19 before later transferring him to the 60-day IL, but the fact that the right-hander is already in the midst of a throwing progression suggests he should be ready to go around the time he's first eligible to return. He'll likely continue the ramp-up process with multiple bullpen sessions and live batting practice sessions over the next couple of weeks before perhaps heading out on a minor-league rehab assignment later this month or in early May.
Apr 2 2024The Dodgers transferred Graterol (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list Tuesday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol's move to the 60-day IL clears a spot on the Dodgers' 40-man roster for Nick Ramirez, who was acquired from the Yankees on Tuesday. Graterol was cleared to throw off a mound Tuesday -- the first time he's done so since landing on the IL with right shoulder inflammation. The 25-year-old southpaw is now eligible to return beginning May 18, but it remains to be seen whether or not he'll be ready by then.
Apr 1 2024Graterol (shoulder) will throw off a mound Tuesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol continues to make progress in his recovery from right shoulder inflammation, and he's in line to take another important step Tuesday. The team will likely re-evaluate the right-hander Wednesday to ensure he bounces back from his throwing session before determining his next hurdle.
Mar 30 2024Graterol (shoulder) threw long toss with Blake Treinen (lung) on Saturday from roughly 150 feet out, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts noted Thursday that Graterol still has a long way to go before being ready to return to the Dodgers' bullpen, but seeing him throw again is certainly an encouraging sign. The 25-year-old right-hander has been dealing with shoulder inflammation since early March and will need to continue progressing through his throwing program before a return timeline can emerge.
Mar 28 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Thursday that Graterol (shoulder) is "a ways away" from a return, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol landed on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation prior to the team's series against the Padres in South Korea. It would appear his absence could be an extended one, although Roberts didn't offer up much specificity.
Mar 19 2024The Dodgers placed Graterol on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with right shoulder inflammation. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It had already been announced that Graterol wouldn't be available for Los Angeles' series against the Padres in South Korea, so it's unsurprising to see the 25-year-old begin the year on the IL. Barring a setback in his recovery, Graterol should be able to rejoin the Dodgers' bullpen when eligible in early April.
Mar 10 2024Graterol is dealing with shoulder discomfort and hip tightness and won't travel to South Korea with the Dodgers for the season-opening series against the Padres on March 20 and 21, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has made just one game appearance thus far during spring training and is expected to resume throwing Tuesday, so he won't be ready with the season-opening international series a little more than a week away. The right-hander still hopes to be ready for the first stateside game of the season March 28, but it's a tight timeline for him to be built up in time.
Jan 11 2024Graterol signed a one-year, $2.7 million contract with the Dodgers on Thursday to avoid arbitration, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol is in his second year of arbitration and doubled his salary from 2023. He posted a career-high 67.1 innings last season and maintained a 1.20 ERA and 0.97 WHIP with a 48:12 K:BB across 67.1 innings. Graterol could enter the closer picture in 2024, though Evan Phillips will enter the year as the favorite for save chances.
Sep 3 2023Graterol allowed a hit and a walk while striking out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Sunday's 3-1 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol allowed multiple baserunners for the third time in his last six outings, but he was able to extend his scoreless streak to 16.1 innings. Both Graterol and Evan Phillips pitched Saturday, so this appears to be a managerial choice from Dave Roberts to give Graterol the ninth inning in this contest. The right-hander has a 1.38 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 43:11 K:BB with seven saves and 17 holds through 58.2 innings this year while operating as part of the Dodgers' successful high-leverage mix.
Aug 26 2023Graterol earned a hold over the Red Sox on Friday, allowing two hits and striking out two batters over 1.2 scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has picked up two saves since Aug. 10, but he remains a secondary closing option for Los Angeles behind Evan Phillips. Graterol has emerged as a shutdown high-leverage weapon for manager Dave Roberts, racking up 12 straight scoreless appearances and yielding just one run over 25.2 innings since June 21. The fireballing right-hander has just 17 strikeouts during that span, but he's posted a 0.90 WHIP and notched two wins, three saves and 10 holds. Phillips has also been solid and is in no danger of losing his closing job, so Graterol's fantasy value is mostly limited to leagues that count holds, though he could pick up a few more saves down the stretch.
Aug 19 2023Graterol allowed two hits in a scoreless inning to earn the save in a 3-1 win over the Marlins in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Evan Phillips was called on for a save in the matinee, allowing Graterol a chance to close out the nightcap. This was Graterol's 10th straight scoreless outing, and he's allowed just one run across 19 innings dating back to June 27. The right-hander also has two saves in his last four appearances after going six weeks between save chances. For the season, Graterol has six saves, 16 holds, a 1.53 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 38:9 K:BB through 53 innings as a strong late-inning presence, though Phillips is still the favorite to close for the Dodgers.
Aug 10 2023Graterol earned a save against the Rockies on Thursday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Evan Phillips has emerged as the Dodgers' primary closer this season, but he wasn't deployed Thursday after pitching each of the previous two days. Manager Dave Roberts instead turned to Graterol to close things out with Los Angeles clinging to a one-run ninth-inning lead, and the right-hander did so with ease, retiring the side in order on 13 pitches. Graterol has been outstanding as mostly a setup man this season, posting a 1.62 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 37:9 K:BB over 50 frames while collecting 14 holds and five saves.
Jul 8 2023Graterol earned a hold against the Angels on Friday, allowing one hit and striking out one batter in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Early in the week, Graterol was nursing an arm issue that kept him out a few days and reportedly resulted in the Dodgers considering placing him on the injured list. However, the righty reliever returned to action with a hold in a scoreless frame Thursday and did the same Friday, so it's now clear that the injury was minor. Graterol has been a key part of Los Angeles' bullpen this year, notching 10 holds and four saves while compiling a 1.85 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 29:6 K:BB over 39.0 innings.
Jul 6 2023Graterol will avoid the injured list after suffering from an arm issue earlier in the week, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been unavailable for the last few days and there was some fear he'd be forced to the injured list. However, he threw prior to Thursday's game against the Pirates and was cleared for game action. With Daniel Hudson (knee) out for the long term, Graterol could be in line for a share of the Dodgers' saves along with Evan Phillips.
Jun 24 2023Graterol picked up the save Friday against Houston. He tossed a perfect inning with no strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol continues his career year, as his 2.18 ERA will be his best mark by far if he can end the season around that number. The right-hander's four saves are already tied for the most he's had in a season as well. The veteran is also red-hot as of late, as he's coughed up earned runs in just two of his last 19 appearances.
Jun 21 2023Graterol walked one and struck out three over two scoreless and hitless innings as the opener in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Angels. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Michael Grove was initially expected to serve as a bulk reliever, but the Dodgers changed plans on the fly to make this a full-blown bullpen game. Graterol's role as the opener this time kept him out of the running for the win, but he was strong while matching his longest outing of the season. The right-hander had given up seven runs (three earned) over his previous 7.1 innings. For the season, he has a 2.25 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 27:4 K:BB through 32 innings while frequently filling a late-inning role.
May 22 2023Graterol allowed one hit while throwing 1.1 scoreless innings Monday. He struck out one batter and picked up a save over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol allowed an inherited runner to score in the eighth inning but retired the next four batters he faced to close out the 8-6 win. It was his first save since April 29, and he's up to three on the year with a 2-1 record and five holds. Graterol lowered his ERA to 2.29 with his sixth straight scoreless appearances. Evan Phillips pitched a scoreless frame and earned a win Monday.
May 4 2023Graterol (1-1) blew the save but picked up the win in Wednesday's 10-6 victory over Philadelphia. He allowed a run on two hits and a walk while striking out one over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol entered with one out in the ninth and coaxed a ground out from Trea Turner. However, he'd surrender two hits and a walk with two outs, allowing the Phillies to tie the game 6-6. After striking out Alec Bohm to end the inning, Graterol would pick up the win after Max Muncy's walkoff grand slam in the bottom of the frame. Wednesday's outing snapped a stretch of 8.1 consecutive scoreless innings for Graterol. He has a 2.77 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 11:2 K:BB and two saves through 13 innings this season.
Apr 30 2023Graterol picked up a save in Saturday's 1-0 victory over St. Louis. He allowed one hit over one scoreless inning and did not walk a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has not allowed a run over his last seven appearances. The right-hander appears to be sharing closer duties with Evan Phillips this year. The former Twin has been a dependable option this season, posting a 1.00 WHIP with no blown saves.
Apr 28 2023Graterol was activated from the paternity list by the Dodgers on Friday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol rejoins the Dodgers after being on the paternity list since Tuesday. Justin Bruihl was sent back to Triple-A Oklahoma City with Graterol back in the Dodgers' bullpen.
Apr 2 2023Graterol (0-1) took the loss in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Arizona. He allowed one run on four hits over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol entered Sunday's matchup in the ninth inning during a tie game, and although he gave up a run to take the loss, it was encouraging to see him take the mound in the ninth while Evan Phillips was used in the eighth frame. The Dodgers haven't named a set closer to begin the year, but Graterol's work in the ninth inning suggests that he could be first in line for save opportunities. The right-hander made 46 appearances for the Dodgers last year, converting four of his five save chances while picking up 10 holds with a 3.26 ERA and 0.99 WHIP in 49.2 innings.
Mar 19 2023The Dodgers don't plan on having a set closer to begin the season, but if they do eventually decide to designate one, Graterol and Daniel Hudson (knee) are the leading candidates, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers have given no indication that they'll designate a primary fireman at any point this season, so they could very well go with a committee approach for the entire campaign. However, if that changes, Graterol figures to be atop the list of potential closers given his ability to throw hard and his success last season. The fireballer posted a 3.26 ERA, 0.99 ERA and 43:10 K:BB over 49.2 innings while picking up 10 holds and four saves, though he also endured two stints on the injured list. With that said, fantasy managers hunting saves may be best served to avoid Los Angeles relievers altogether given the real possibility that closing chances may be split between multiple pitchers throughout the campaign.
Jan 13 2023Graterol signed a one-year, $1.225 million contract with the Dodgers on Friday to avoid arbitration, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol put together a very nice season in 2022 with a 3.26 ERA and 0.99 WHIP through 49.2 frames. However, injuries to his shoulder and elbow throughout the season kept him out for nearly two months total. Still, the 24-year-old reliever does enough on the mound to justify a potential move into a closer or primary setup role if he can stay healthy.
Oct 1 2022Graterol struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol struggled in his last appearance, which came as an opener Thursday versus the Padres. He allowed two runs on three hits in one inning in that outing, but he looked much more comfortable back in his usual high-leverage role Saturday. The save was his fourth of the season and his first since July 10. The 24-year-old right-hander now has a 3.14 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 43:10 K:BB while adding 10 holds, a blown save and a 2-3 record through 48.2 innings this season. The Dodgers' ninth-inning usage is a full-blown committee at this point, so it's unclear who might operate as the closer in the postseason.
Sep 29 2022Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Graterol will serve as the team's opening pitcher in Thursday's game in San Diego, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Roberts noted that Andrew Heaney will pitch "somewhere behind" Graterol, likely functioning as a primary pitcher out of the bullpen in what had been his typical turn through the rotation. Since Graterol hasn't recorded more than six outs in any of his appearances in the majors or minors this season, he likely won't be asked to face any batter more than once before giving way to the bullpen.
Sep 23 2022Graterol struck out one batter in a perfect inning against Arizona on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol missed over three weeks due to an elbow issue before he was activated Thursday. The right-hander was immediately given high-leverage work when he was called upon in the eighth inning with the score tied 1-1. Graterol threw 12 strikes among his 16 pitches and retired the side in order. He could be a key factor down the stretch and in the playoffs with Craig Kimbrel possibly losing his hold on the closer role and Blake Treinen's status uncertain due to a shoulder injury.
Sep 21 2022Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Graterol (elbow) will be activated off the 15-day injured list Thursday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was placed on the injured list at the beginning of the month due to inflammation in his right elbow. He spent much of July and August on the injured list as well, and threw 4.1 scoreless innings in between IL stints. His return will provide a huge boost to a Los Angeles bullpen that has been dealing with a plethora of injuries late in the season.
Sep 19 2022Graterol (elbow) felt strong while facing live hitters Monday, and the team expects him back in the near future, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts noted that Graterol should be activated from the 15-day injured list shortly after Blake Treinin, who is on track to return Thursday. His exact return date will likely be dictated by how he feels following Monday's session.
Sep 17 2022Graterol (elbow) will face hitters Monday and could be activated next week, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol hit the injured list with right elbow inflammation at the start of September. He wasn't shut down from throwing for long, however, and while the Dodgers don't need to push anyone down the stretch, it look as though he'll return for roughly the final two weeks of the regular season.
Sep 12 2022Graterol (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol is set to toss his second side session since being cleared to throw off a mound. If all goes well, he figures to have a chance to be activated Friday when first eligible, though the Dodgers are unlikely to reveal next steps until he completes Wednesday's session.
Sep 9 2022Graterol (elbow) will throw a bullpen session Sunday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was reported earlier this week that Graterol was on the verge of throwing off a mound, and he will indeed just do that in a couple days. There remains a chance he could return to action Sept. 16 when first eligible.
Sep 6 2022Graterol (elbow) is expected to begin throwing from a mound soon, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A recent MRI on Graterol's elbow came back clean, and the reliever appears to have avoided a long-term injury. If all goes well when he resumes throwing, the right-hander could be activated soon after he's eligible in mid-September. Graterol has been one of the Dodgers' most effective relievers this season, posting a 3.02 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 39:10 K:BB over 44.2 innings while notching two wins, three saves and nine holds.
Sep 3 2022Graterol (elbow) underwent an MRI on Friday that came back clean, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts said this week that he has "moderate concern" about Graterol's injury, but the right-hander's recent imaging revealed nothing more than inflammation. It's possible that Graterol will spend more than the minimum of 15 days on the injured list, but he hopes to begin a throwing program in the coming days.
Sep 1 2022Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that he has "moderate concern" about Graterol's inflamed right elbow, which landed him on the 15-day injured list Thursday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Roberts said he's hopeful Graterol is ready to return from the IL by mid-to-late September, the right-hander's MRI on Friday will likely give the Dodgers a clearer idea of a recovery timeline. Given that Graterol had already been sidelined for most of the past six weeks due to an inflamed right shoulder, it's a less-than-ideal development that he's dealing with another arm-related injury. While the 24-year-old is out of the Dodgers' late-inning mix, Evan Phillips looks like the clear-cut top candidate to potentially overtake the embattled Craig Kimbrel as the team's closer.
Aug 23 2022Graterol struck out two batters in a perfect inning against Milwaukee on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol's first outing in six weeks went about as smoothly as possible, as he threw 11 of 14 pitches for strikes, fanned two of the three batters he faced and hit 100 mph on the radar gun, per Sarah Wexler of MLB.com. The fireballing reliever is set to immediately resume a high-leverage role in the Dodgers' bullpen, and he could even see an occasional save opportunity given Craig Kimbrel's recent struggles.
Aug 22 2022Graterol (shoulder) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was initially targeting a return during the Dodgers' weekend series against the Marlins, but the team ultimately waited to activate him until Monday. He recently completed a rehab assignment at Triple-A Oklahoma City and allowed a hit and a walk while striking out four in 3.2 scoreless innings over four appearances. He'll be available out of the bullpen for Monday's series opener against the Brewers.
Aug 20 2022Graterol (shoulder) is expected to be activated from the 15-day IL on Monday versus Milwaukee, Sarah Wexler of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There was originally a plan in place for Graterol to return to the Dodgers this weekend versus Miami, but he was first supposed to make back-to-back appearances with Triple-A Oklahoma City. That didn't happen because Thursday's contest was rained out, so the fireballing reliever will instead be activated Monday. Graterol has made four rehab appearances with OKC, striking out four batters over 3.2 scoreless innings.
Aug 17 2022Graterol (shoulder) is scheduled to pitch Wednesday and Thursday with Triple-A Oklahoma City and could be activated from the 15-day injured list during the Dodgers' three-game series against the Marlins this weekend, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol began the rehab assignment with Oklahoma City last week, and pitching on back-to-back days may be the final hurdle before he rejoins the big-league roster. The 24-year-old has three saves and nine holds with a 3.35 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 35:10 K:BB across 40.1 innings this season, and he could factor into the ninth-inning mix down the stretch if closer Craig Kimbrel continues to struggle.
Aug 13 2022Graterol (shoulder) issued one walk and struck out one batter in a scoreless inning for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol's first game action in just over a month went well, as he faced the minimum on 14 pitches. He walked the first batter he saw before inducing a double play and finishing the frame with a strikeout. Graterol will likely need a few more rehab appearances before returning to the big club.
Aug 9 2022Graterol (shoulder) will report to Triple-A Oklahoma City to begin a rehab assignment Friday, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol progressed to facing live batters over the weekend and has now been cleared to enter the final stage of his rehab work. The 23-year-old has been on the shelf with the shoulder injury for the past month, so he should be able to rejoin the Dodgers sometime next week after a few outings with Oklahoma City.
Aug 5 2022Graterol (shoulder) will face hitters Saturday at Dodger Stadium, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He reached 100 mph with his fastball during Wednesday's bullpen session and is ready to advance to live batting practice. Graterol may need a brief rehab assignment before rejoining the big-league bullpen. Blake Trienen (shoulder) is also set to face hitters Saturday.
Aug 4 2022Graterol (shoulder) reached 100 mph in a bullpen session Wednesday and is close to facing live hitters, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol is on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation, but he appears to be moving past the issue. The flame-throwing reliever has been out for three weeks, so he may need a minor-league rehab stint prior to being activated. Graterol should remain a high-leverage reliever for the Dodgers upon his return.
Jul 28 2022Graterol (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session in Colorado this weekend, Matthew Moreno of Dodger Blue reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation since July 14, and he began playing catch last week. The right-hander has apparently progressed enough to soon throw from a mound, and a rehab stint may come soon thereafter. Graterol will likely retain a prominent place in the bullpen pecking order upon his return to the Dodgers.
Jul 22 2022Graterol (shoulder) played catch from 90 feet Thursday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was reportedly pain-free prior to the session and hasn't felt any discomfort since. He'll continue to ramp up and a return in early-to-mid August appears realistic -- barring setbacks.
Jul 21 2022Graterol (shoulder) will not return from the injured list when first eligible, Jack Harris reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol is reportedly pain-free but has not resumed throwing in any capacity. There is no timetable for his return, though his absence could extend into the middle of August.
Jul 15 2022Graterol had an MRI on his right shoulder come back clean Friday and is expected to return from the injured list in 2-to-3 weeks, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old landed on the 15-day IL on Thursday with right shoulder inflammation, but he's apparently not dealing with a serious injury and should make a relatively quick return to the active roster. Evan Phillips and Yency Almonte should work as the setup options for closer Craig Kimbrel while Graterol is sidelined.
Jul 14 2022The Dodgers placed Gratero on the 15-day injured list Thursday with right shoulder inflammation Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol dealt with a side injury late last week but will land on the IL with a shoulder issue just before the All-Star break. It's not yet clear how much time the Dodgers expect him to miss, as the right-hander is scheduled to undergo an MRI in Los Angeles on Friday as the team looks to glean a clearer sense of the severity of the injury, according to Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register.
Jul 10 2022Graterol struck out one across two perfect innings to earn the save in Sunday's 11-9 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julio Urias' two-inning start essentially made this a bullpen game for the Dodgers. Graterol was able to finish it off and successfully protect a two-run lead after David Price allowed a solo home run to Nelson Velazquez with no outs in the eighth inning. This was Graterol's first appearance since he exited his appearance Thursday with cramps in his side. The right-hander has a 3.35 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 35:10 K:BB while logging three saves, nine holds and a 2-3 record in 40.1 innings as the Dodgers' primary setup man to Craig Kimbrel. Graterol's scoreless streak is up to 7.2 innings.
Jul 9 2022Graterol (side) is available for Saturday's game against the Cubs, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol exited Thursday's game due to cramps in his side, though he was only unavailable for one game. He should return to a setup role for the Dodgers.
Jul 8 2022Graterol (side) isn't expected to require a trip to the injured list, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol exited Thursday's game against the Cubs due to right side soreness but felt fine after playing catch Friday. He won't be available for Friday's matchup against the Cubs but is expected to be available as early as Saturday.
Jul 7 2022Graterol was diagnosed with right side soreness after exiting Thursday's game against the Cubs,Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol exited his appearance after just four pitches and was seen pointing to his side while being examined by trainers. It's unclear whether a stint on the injured list will be needed, but any absence would put an extensive amount of stress on a Dodgers' bullpen that is already missing several high-leverage arms.
Jul 5 2022Graterol allowed a hit and struck out two to earn the save in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol had no trouble protecting a three-run lead Tuesday. He stepped into the closer role with Craig Kimbrel (back) currently day-to-day -- if Kimbrel goes on the injured list, Graterol would likely continue to see save chances. Both of the 23-year-old's saves this year have come in his last five appearances. He's added a 3.55 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 34:10 K:BB across 38 innings while adding eight holds, a blown save and a 2-3 record in a career-high 35 appearances.
Jun 26 2022Graterol logged his first save of the season, striking out one in a perfect inning in Sunday's 5-3, 11-inning win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Craig Kimbrel couldn't protect a one-run lead in the 10th inning, but Graterol fared better with a two-run advantage in the 11th. In addition to the save, Graterol has eight holds, a blown save and a 2-3 record through 31 appearances. The setup man has posted a 4.01 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 29:10 K:BB across 33.2 innings, though he's not yet expected to seriously challenge for ninth-inning duties amid Kimbrel's recent struggles.
Jun 25 2022Graterol earned a hold against Atlanta on Friday, allowing one hit and no runs over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Daniel Hudson was called upon in the eighth inning as the bridge to closer Craig Kimbrel, but Hudson exited after one out due to a potentially serious ACL injury. Graterol was then summoned to finish the frame, and he threw all seven of his pitches for strikes and induced an inning-ending double play after giving up a Dansby Swanson single. The Dodgers fear that Hudson's injury could be season-ending, per Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times, which could result in Graterol taking his place as the team's primary high-leverage option before Kimbrel, at least until Blake Treinen (shoulder) returns. Graterol has pitched well of late, putting together 7.1 consecutive scoreless innings over seven outings, during which he has posted a 6:0 K:BB and picked up one win along with two holds.
Jun 10 2022Graterol (2-2) pitched a scoreless inning to earn the win against the White Sox on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Dodgers starter Tyler Anderson allowed four straight batters to reach base in the fourth inning, so the team turned to Graterol with the bases loaded to stem the tide. The right-hander began by hitting Adam Engel with a pitch to allow a run to score, and he then gave up a sacrifice fly. However, Graterol was able to retire the final two batters of the frame to limit the damage. Los Angeles responded with six runs in the top of the fifth to take the lead and put Graterol in line for the win. Graterol hs been a key cog in the team's bullpen this season with a career-high seven holds in addition to the pair of victories.
Jun 3 2022Graterol earned a hold against the Mets on Thursday, pitching a scoreless inning during which he allowed one hit and struck out one batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starter Tony Gonsolin logged six scoreless innings, Graterol continued the shutout in the seventh frame. He yielded a one-out single but didn't allow the runner to advance into scoring position. Graterol had a rough stretch in mid-May but has rebounded by tossing 8.1 scoreless innings over his past five appearances. He's posted a 7:2 K:BB and given up only four hits over that stretch.
May 14 2022Graterol (0-2) took the loss against Philadelphia on Friday, allowing three runs (two earned) on one hit and one walk while striking out one over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The teams went back and forth throughout the game, with Justin Turner's homer in the ninth inning sending the game into extra innings. Graterol was tasked with handling the top of the 10th, but he gave up a double to Nick Castellanos that resulted in two runs, with Castellanos coming around to score on an error by catcher Austin Barnes. The Dodgers mounted a rally in the bottom of the frame but were unable to complete the comeback, resulting in Graterol's second loss of the season. The right-hander has had a tough time of late, giving up four earned runs while posting a 3:2 K:BB across his past five appearances spanning 5.1 innings.
Mar 16 2022Graterol has added a new pitch to his repertoire for this season, though he hasn't yet disclosed the pitch type, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol's primary weapon is a sinker he often throws at triple-digit velocity, with a high-80s slider featuring as his secondary offering. The right-hander added a cutter to accompany to his pitch mix last season, and it appears that he'll now have a fourth option at his disposal. It's unlikely that Graterol will feature the new pitch prominently -- he relied on the sinker or slider over 90 percent of the time last season -- but the push to broaden his arsenal is at least a positive sign that the 23-year-old is intent on furthering his development after a somewhat disappointing 2021 campaign.
Sep 30 2021Graterol didn't record an out against San Diego on Wednesday, allowing three runs on two hits and two walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The flamethrowing reliever couldn't find his control in the outing, tossing only eight of 19 pitches for strikes and issuing two free passes. The three runs the Padres scored against Graterol extended their lead to 9-5, but a big eighth inning by the Dodgers turned the game around and allowed them to pull out an important win. Graterol entered the contest having compiled eight straight scoreless appearances, and he appears likely to be part of the team's playoff roster.
Aug 27 2021Graterol will serve as an opener during Friday's game against the Rockies, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. . ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has pitched well since being recalled Aug. 3. posting a 1.59 ERA across his last 11.1 innings. The Dodgers' pitching plans after the right-hander aren't yet clear, but Andre Jackson figures to be a candidate to provide multiple relief innings.
Aug 7 2021Graterol (2-0) won Saturday's 5-3 game against the Angels, pitching a scoreless eighth while allowing two hits with two strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol entered a 3-3 tie in the eighth inning and sat down Phil Gosselin and Shohei Ohtani before the Dodgers scored two runs in the bottom of the inning to put him in line for the win. The hard-throwing righty has now thrown 2.2 scoreless innings in three appearances since being recalled from Tiple A earlier this week and now has a 4.63 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 9:4 K:BB in only 11.2 innings this season.
Aug 3 2021Graterol was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 22-year-old was demoted over the weekend but will quickly rejoin the Dodgers with Edwin Uceta (back) landing on the injured list. Graterol has 10 big-league appearances in 2021 with six runs allowed on nine hits and a 6:3 K:BB over nine innings.
Jul 31 2021Graterol was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was called up July 23 and will return to the minors after making five appearances and allowing three runs on five hits with three strikeouts and a walk over five innings. The young flamethrower will head back to the minors in an attempt to straighten things out.
Jul 24 2021Graterol earned a hold Friday against Colorado despite allowing two runs on two hits over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being brought up from Triple-A Oklahoma City earlier in the day, Graterol was asked to protect a two-run eighth-inning lead. He allowed a single and a double for one run, then watched from the dugout as Darien Nunez took over on the mound and allowed the game-tying single. The appearance was Graterol's first for the Dodgers since July 3, and he has struggled to build upon his promising 2020 campaign, registering a 9.64 ERA across six big-league appearances and a 6.62 ERA across 18 minor-league outings this season.
Jul 23 2021Graterol will be recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was sent to the minors in early July, but he'll rejoin the big-league club ahead of Friday's series opener against the Rockies after Max Muncy was placed on the paternity list. The right-hander has posted a 6.75 ERA and 1.50 WHIP in four innings across five relief appearances this year.
Jul 4 2021The Dodgers optioned Graterol to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol earned a win Saturday night, striking out two in a perfect inning of relief. The righty has displayed his typical velocity in two appearances since returning, consistently touching triple digits with his sinker and ensuring uncomfortable at-bats for opposing hitters. Edwin Uceta was recalled in a corresponding move, but he may just be up for Sunday's bullpen game. Considering how he's looked this weekend, Graterol figures to be back with the Dodgers in a couple days once he's rested.
Jul 3 2021Graterol tossed 1.2 innings against Washington on Friday, allowing an unearned run on one hit. He did not walk or strike out any batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The fireballing right-hander was recalled from the minors Friday to take the spot of Trevor Bauer (not injury related) on the active roster. Graterol closed out the contest for Los Angeles, allowing only a double to Josh Bell that was cashed in due to a two-out, ninth-inning error. The reliever threw 15 of 21 pitches for strikes in his first big-league appearance since April 26. He could remain a fixture in the Dodgers' bullpen if he's able to show that he's over the issues that caused his early season wobbles.
Jul 2 2021Graterol is expected to be recalled Friday to take Trevor Bauer's (not injury related) roster spot, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Bauer being placed on administrative leave following the assault allegations against him, Graterol will rejoin the Dodgers' bullpen starting Friday in Washington. The right-hander is already with the team for the club's visit to the White House, so he should be in uniform for the series opener. Graterol began the season on the COVID-19 injured list before returning in mid-April, but landed back on the IL just 11 days later with forearm tightness. He was sent to Oklahoma City when he was reinstated June 4. Graterol allowed seven earned runs and struck out 11 across 10.1 Triple-A innings, and he figures to likely begin pitching in lower-leverage innings during his return to the majors.
Jun 27 2021Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Graterol "is not a finished product" as he continues to pitch for Triple-A Oklahoma City, Michael J. Duarte of NBC LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol hasn't pitched in the majors since April 26, just before he went on the injured list with right forearm tightness. The right-hander was reinstated from the IL on June 4 but has since been kept with the club's Triple-A squad, where he has reportedly been working on his sinker and slider. In 10 appearances with Oklahoma City, Graterol has allowed seven earned runs and compiled a 10:3 K:BB across 9.1 innings. It is unclear when he might be brought back up to the big club.
Jun 5 2021Dodgers manager Dave Roberts explained Saturday that Graterol was sent to Triple-A Oklahoma City to work on his sinker and slider, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was activated from the injured list Friday but was kept in the minors despite already making a pair of rehab appearances with the Triple-A club. Roberts clarified that the reliever struggled with command of his sinker and with the shape on his slider earlier this season, so he will focus on those pitches while working his way back to the majors. Graterol is still expected to play a key role in the Dodgers' bullpen before long.
Jun 4 2021Graterol (forearm) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol had been on the injured list since April 29 due to right forearm tightness, and he recently began a rehab assignment with the Triple-A club. He was expected to have a high-leverage role in the Dodgers' injury-riddled bullpen once he was reinstated, but he'll remain in the minors in the near future. If he performs well with Triple-A Oklahoma City, it wouldn't be surprising to see Graterol return to the major-league bullpen at some point.
May 31 2021Graterol (forearm) pitched a scoreless, 11-pitch inning with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty induced two groundouts and a flyout en route to a 1-2-3 inning. This marks a positive step toward the return of Graterol, who has pitched just 1.1 total innings with the Dodgers in 2021. Upon activation, Graterol figures to be have a substantial, high-leverage role out of an injury-riddled bullpen.
May 28 2021Graterol (forearm) felt good following his live batting practice Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol reached 94-98 mph during his throwing session Friday while facing hitters for the first time since he suffered his forearm injury. The right-hander will likely enter game action as part of his rehab assignment in the coming days.
May 27 2021Graterol will throw live batting practice Friday while with Triple-A Oklahoma City on a rehab assignment, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was reportedly set to start throwing in game action Friday, but those plans have been tweaked slightly. Assuming live batting practice goes as planned, he is expected to enter into game action on his rehab assignment shortly thereafter.
May 25 2021Graterol (forearm) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander threw began throwing bullpen sessions last week and completed another session Tuesday. Graterol has been on the injured list for a month with right forearm soreness, and he'll likely require a couple appearances in the minors before being activated.
May 24 2021Graterol (forearm) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session Friday and will do so again Tuesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander tossed a 20-pitch session early last week, so he appears to be making steady progress toward a return. Graterol has been out since late April after experiencing right forearm tightness. If his bullpen goes well Tuesday, the fireballing reliever could start a rehab assignment soon thereafter, per Plunkett.
May 18 2021Graterol (forearm) completed a 20-pitch bullpen session Tuesday and is scheduled for another session Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Assuming all goes well Friday, the right-hander will throw another bullpen session next Tuesday before embarking on a rehab assignment. Graterol seems on track for a return from the injured list at the end of May or first week of June.
May 16 2021Graterol (forearm) threw long toss at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol is slowly ramping back up after going on the injured list April 29. Considering the fact that he isn't yet throwing off a mound, it appears that the fireballer isn't close to a return. The Dodgers have not provided a timetable for his recovery process.
May 10 2021Graterol (forearm) threw from 90 feet Sunday and could throw off a mound in a few days, Sarah Wexler of MLB.com reports. "We want to keep him with us, keep our pitching guys watching him closely, and making sure the delivery gets where it needs to be, stays where it needs to be," manager Dave Roberts stated when asked about the reliever. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol remains without a timetable to return from the 10-day injured list, but the fact that he has been able to resume throwing is a positive sign for his overall outlook. The right-hander has tossed only 1.1 innings this season after getting a late start to the campaign and has struggled in his three appearances, yielding three earned runs.
May 4 2021Graterol's (forearm) MRI came back clean Tuesday but he is without a timetable to resume throwing, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The MRI results, or lack thereof, are encouraging, but it still doesn't sound like Graterol will be back on a mound particularly soon. Blake Treinen and Victor Gonzalez will work as the Dodgers' top setup men in the short term.
Apr 29 2021Graterol was placed on the 10-day injured list with right forearm tightness Thursday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been used sparingly after a delayed start to the season, as he's thrown only 1.1 innings across three appearances. It's unclear when he suffered the injury, though he last pitched on April 26. The nature of the injury has to draw some concern, but no timeline on the length of his absence has been disclosed.
Apr 19 2021Graterol was charged with a blown save against San Diego on Sunday, allowing one run on two hits and a walk while striking out one over two-thirds of an inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was summoned from the team's alternate site Sunday after missing the beginning of the campaign while working his arm back into game shape. He was summoned in the seventh inning with Los Angeles staked to a 2-1 lead, but the right-hander gave up a single and a double to allow the tying run to score. The rust is understandable given Graterol's long layoff, and he should get plenty of opportunities to pitch in meaningful situations moving forward.
Apr 18 2021The Dodgers activated Graterol (conditioning) from the 10-day injured list Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol is ready to make his 2021 debut after a bout with COVID-19 earlier in the spring kept him behind the rest of the Dodgers' bullpen arms during camp. The hard-throwing right-hander has since been able to regain full conditioning at the Dodgers' alternate site, and his addition to the active roster should strengthen the bridge to closer Kenley Jansen. In his first season with Los Angeles in 2020, Graterol supplied a 3.09 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 13:3 K:BB in 23.1 innings.
Apr 17 2021Graterol (conditioning) is expected to be activated off the injured list Sunday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 22-year-old was previously expected to return Saturday, but the Dodgers will instead wait at least one more day. Graterol dealt with COVID-19 during the offseason and had a delayed start to spring training, leading to the IL stint to open the season. The right-hander is already with the team in San Diego as a member of the taxi squad.
Apr 15 2021Graterol (conditioning) is throwing Thursday at the alternate site and will be on the taxi squad for the team's weekend series against San Diego, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was slowed to begin spring training and has been ramping up at the team's alternate site since. Assuming everything goes well with his throwing session on Thursday, it appears he will be available if needed for the team's weekend series against San Diego.
Apr 11 2021Manager Dave Roberts suggested Sunday that Graterol (conditioning) could be activated from the 10-day injured list by next weekend, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rather than because of an injury, Graterol began the season on the IL after a bout with COVID-19 earlier this year kept him behind the Dodgers' other pitchers this spring from a conditioning standpoint. Graterol appears to have avoided any snags in the build-up process over the past couple of weeks, and his 2021 debut should soon be imminent. Roberts said Graterol will likely pitch in simulated games at the Dodgers' alternate site in two of the next three days, and if all goes well, he could join the team for a much-anticipated series in San Diego next weekend.
Apr 10 2021Graterol (not injury related) threw a 15-pitch simulated inning Saturday, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts said "everything looked good" as the right-hander threw both his fastball and slider during the session. Roberts declined to provide an official return timeline, but Graterol could join the active roster in the near future.
Apr 2 2021Graterol, who was placed on the 60-day injured list Friday, isn't injured but is building up his arm strength after dealing with COVID-19, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to the report, Graterol is not expected to actually miss 60 days, and will join the Dodgers bullpen once he is back to form. Graterol was unable to have a normal buildup this spring, but he has been throwing batting practice sessions.
Mar 27 2021Graterol will begin the 2021 season on the injured list, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been brought along slowly this spring after an offseason that featured inconsistent throwing. The right-hander didn't appear in any Cactus League games this year and won't be ready to pitch in time for Opening Day. It's not yet clear when Graterol will be available, but he should play a high-leverage role for the Dodgers once he's built up.
Mar 22 2021Graterol is unlikely to break camp on the major-league roster, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol will not appear in any Cactus League game this spring and has yet to face any live hitters. As a result, manager Dave Roberts suggested that Graterol won't be built up enough to begin the season in the Dodgers' bullpen. When he is able to contribute, Graterol figures to occupy a high-leverage role for the team.
Mar 17 2021Graterol threw a bullpen session Wednesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol threw 25 pitches during the session, including sliders. Manager Dave Roberts was impressed with how Graterol looked Wednesday, but it's not yet clear whether he'll be ready for Opening Day. The right-hander doesn't appear to be hurt, but he has yet to face hitters this spring with just over two weeks remaining until Opening Day. Once he's ready to play during the regular season, Graterol should serve as a high-leverage reliever for the Dodgers.
Mar 16 2021Graterol has yet to throw to live hitters this spring and may not be ready for game action by Opening Day, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers have not indicated that Graterol is injured, and manager Dave Roberts has explained vaguely that the reliever wasn't able to throw bullpens during the offseason due to "a lot of things that took place this winter." While Graterol was initially expected to have time to ramp up by Opening Day, the fact that he still hasn't faced live hitters with just over two weeks to go casts doubt upon that outlook. Roberts was again vague about a timeline for Graterol, stating only, "I would assume that he'll take down some live hitters at some point in time." Even if he isn't ready by the start of the campaign, Graterol should fill a high-leverage role in the team's bullpen when he is able to return.
Mar 10 2021Graterol threw a bullpen session Wednesday, during which he threw only fastballs, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has been ramping up slowly this spring following an offseason that featured inconsistent throwing. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that Graterol touched 96 mph with his fastball during his first bullpen session of the spring and that he is expected to throw another one in the coming days. Assuming that plan holds, Graterol should be ready to go by Opening Day.
Mar 7 2021Graterol is expected to be ready to pitch in a one-inning role by the start of the regular season, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol has gotten off to a slow start this spring due to unspecified non-injury issues that kept him from throwing regularly in Venezuela during the offseason, but manager Dave Roberts indicated Sunday that he expects the flamethrower to be able to pitch by Opening Day. Graterol figures to be a key cog in the Dodgers' bullpen plans after posting a 3.09 ERA and 0.90 WHIP across 23.1 innings last season.
Mar 5 2021Graterol is on track to throw off a mound for the first time this spring within the next few days, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts explained Friday that Graterol wasn't able to pitch regularly in Venezuela over the winter, which explains why the Dodgers have held him back in his throwing program thus far. Graterol is expected to play a key high-leverage role in the team's bullpen this season, so the hope is that he'll still have time to properly ramp up in time for Opening Day.
Sep 16 2020Graterol allowed one run on one hit and one walk across 1.1 innings during a 7-5 win over the Padres on Wednesday. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, it was a short outing for the right-hander. He allowed a leadoff walk in the bottom of the first before getting a double play and strikeout to end the frame. The 22-year-old was pulled after allowing a one-out double in the second and was later charged with a run on Jason Castro's RBI double. Graterol should continue to work out of the Dodgers' bullpen, though he remains an option to open contests should Los Angeles utilize that strategy.
Sep 13 2020Graterol (knee) allowed one hit and struck out three over a scoreless inning in Sunday's win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol worked the first inning of the Dodgers' bullpen game, and he did his part well, throwing 11 of his 12 pitches for strikes. The 22-year-old has mainly worked out of the bullpen this year, to the tune of a 3.06 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 11 strikeouts across 17.2 innings. He will likely continue to be used in relief situations going forward.
Sep 10 2020Graterol felt something in his knee on a pitch in Wednesday's game in Arizona, but tests came back negative, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It sounds like he avoided anything major, but it would not be surprising if he was not used again over the next few days. Graterol, who has the stuff to be the Dodgers' next closer whenever Kenley Jansen is over the hill, strangely only has two strikeouts while hitting three batters in 10 innings over his last 10 appearances, although he still has a pristine 1.80 ERA and 0.90 WHIP over that stretch.
Aug 4 2020Graterol (1-2) was tagged with the loss in Monday's 5-4 defeat against the Padres. He gave up two runs on two hits while striking out in just 0.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol replaced Walker Buehler ahead of the sixth inning, but he wasn't as dominant as he had been in past outings. Despite the fact he threw 11 of his 18 pitches for strikes, he gave up an RBI single to Jake Cronenworth, who would later score on an RBI single from Abraham Almonte. Graterol had allowed just one earned run in 4.1 innings across five appearances before this outing, but he should remain a trusted arm in Dave Roberts' bullpen moving forward.
Jul 28 2020Graterol (1-1) struck out two in a perfect inning of relief Tuesday to record his first win of the season in a 5-2 victory over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 21-year-old could eventually become the heir apparent to Kenley Jansen as the Dodgers' closer thanks to his big-time arm -- he spiked 100 mph on the radar gun an incredible six times Tuesday among his 18 pitches -- but Graterol was working the fifth inning here, and was the beneficiary of the team's five-run eruption in the top of the frame. He's made three appearances already in the team's first five games, and Graterol could see heavy usage in 2020 in a variety of high-leverage spots, giving him fantasy appeal in deeper formats where holds and plus K/9 rates have value.
Jul 23 2020Graterol is included on the Dodgers' active 30-man roster. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Graterol's chances of making the roster were murky in spring training, his imposing fastball -- he hit triple-digits on the radar gun multiple times in summer camp exhibition games -- ultimately proved too enticing for the Dodgers to pass up. Given his electric stuff, the right-hander could be given a chance to pitch in high-leverage situations before long.
Apr 29 2020Graterol's chances of breaking camp with the Dodgers could increase if the 2020 season is played with expanded rosters, Pedro Moura of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was already considered a strong contender for a big-league bullpen spot before spring training was suspended, so an expansion of rosters for a potential 2020 campaign would seemingly cement his place with the Dodgers. The 21-year-old helped his cause with a strong spring in which he struck out three batters while holding opponents scoreless over three innings.
Apr 14 2020Graterol's placement for the start of the 2020 campaign remains in question, Cary Osborne of Dodger Insider reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though the Dodgers expect Graterol to play a major role in their bullpen at some point, the team has enough pitching depth and talent to allow the right-hander more time to develop in the minors if desired. However, Graterol's ability to hit triple-digits and his effectiveness in Cactus League play -- he pitched three scoreless innings and posted a 3:0 K:BB -- may be enough to earn him a spot on the big-league roster out of the gate. The 21-year-old held his own in the majors last season, allowing five earned runs and striking out 10 batters across 9.2 innings with Minnesota.
Feb 29 2020Graterol retired all three batters he faced against Colorado on Saturday in his first Cactus League outing. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol's first appearance in a Dodgers uniform was undeniably a success, especially considering the trio of hitters he retired: Trevor Story, Charlie Blackmon and Nolan Arenado. Graterol is expected to open the regular season with a role in the big leagues as part of the Dodgers' bullpen.
Feb 16 2020Graterol (illness) will have a workout Sunday and is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Monday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol was sent home from camp Thursday due to a fever, but his quick return to the team confirms he's otherwise healthy. The hard-throwing righty trade acquisition is still expected to have his workload monitored throughout spring training, but he should be able to lock down a role in the bullpen. The 21-year-old made his major-league debut with the Twins last season and had a 4.66 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 10:2 K:BB over 9.2 innings
Feb 13 2020Graterol was sent home from camp Thursday due to an illness, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts said the hard-throwing right-hander is otherwise healthy, per Gurnick. Still, the Dodgers are expected to monitor Graterol's workload throughout spring once he's over the illness. He spent most of the 2019 season with Double-A Pensacola but made his big-league debut in September, compiling a 4.66 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 10 strikeouts in 9.2 innings with the Twins.
Feb 9 2020A deal has been agreed upon that involves the Twins sending Graterol, Luke Raley and the 67th pick in the 2020 draft to the Dodgers in return for Kenta Maeda and cash, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Graterol will be heading to the west coast after the Red Sox were unhappy with the 21-year-old's medical situation, and withdrew from a previously agreed upon deal that would have brought him to Boston. The right-handed pitching prospect finished the 2019 season with a 4.66 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 10 strikeouts in just 9.2 innings with the Twins.
Feb 8 2020Graterol will remain with the Twins after Minnesota elected to withdraw from the three-team deal that centered around sending Mookie Betts from the Red Sox to the Dodgers, Chris Miller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins' part of the deal involved them sending Graterol to Boston and receiving Kenta Maeda from Los Angeles. The Red Sox were unhappy with Graterol's medical situation, however, and demanded an additional prospect from the Twins. The Twins elected to simply keep Graterol and now will not be receiving Maeda from the Dodgers as a result.
Feb 6 2020The deal sending Graterol to the Red Sox from the Twins is on hold, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports, citing initial reporting by The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Red Sox might demand additional compensation after reviewing Graterol's medical records. That review led Boston to project the right-hander "more as a reliever than a starter," leading the organization to try and rework the deal in order to secure a more valuable package. Graterol, who made his major-league debut last September, missed multiple months with a shoulder impingement. Rosenthal added the officials involved in the talks are confident the deal will eventually be finalized, but the final components of the deal may be different than originally reported.
Feb 4 2020Graterol was acquired by the Red Sox from the Twins on Tuesday in a three-team trade with the Dodgers that also includes Mookie Betts, David Price, Alex Verdugo and Kenta Maeda, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Betts and Price will move from Boston to Los Angeles in exchange for Verdugo, while Maeda will bolster Minnesota's starting rotation. Graterol was one of the Twins' top prospects and was expected to remain in the bullpen during 2020, though those plans could change with his new team. The 21-year-old righty can touch 100 mph with his fastball and also features a hard slider at 88 mph.
Jan 22 2020The Twins plan to use Graterol as a reliever in 2020, pitching coach Wes Johnson and general manager Thad Levine told MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Twins management left open the door that Graterol could become a starter again in the future but said he may learn how to pitch at the MLB level better in the bullpen. Being used as a reliever would make it easier to manage his workload (he had Tommy John surgery in 2016). Armed with a 99-mph fastball, Graterol had a strong debut in the majors at just age 20 last year with a 4.66 ERA and 10:2 K:BB ratio in 9.2 innings. He also threw a scoreless inning in the playoffs. He'll need to win a spot in the big-league bullpen, but he could be an impact player in high-leverage situations this season.
Sep 1 2019Graterol had his contract selected by the Twins on Sunday.
Aug 31 2019Graterol will be called up to the majors after rosters expand Sept. 1, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
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Jun 27 2018Graterol was promoted to High-A Fort Myers following Wednesday's game, Jeff Johnson of the Cedar Rapids Gazette reports.Graterol started eight games for Low-A Cedar Rapids, posting an impressive 2.18 ERA and 0.95 WHIP with a 51:9 K:BB across 41.1 innings. The 19-year-old right-hander will likely spend the rest of the season with Fort Myers, though starting the 2019 campaign at Double-A is definitely in the cards if all goes according to plan.
Jun 6 2018Graterol (wrist) was reinstated from the 7-day disabled list Wednesday, Brandon Warne of ZoneCoverage.com reports.Graterol landed on the disabled list Saturday with a wrist issue, but the injury was minor and he's ready to return to action. The 19-year-old right-hander has made five starts for Low-A Cedar Rapids this season, posting a 1.78 ERA and 0.92 WHIP with a 36:6 K:BB over 25.1 innings.
Jun 2 2018Graterol was placed on the minor-league disabled list Saturday with a right wrist injury, Brandon Warne of ZoneCoverage.com reports.Specifics regarding the injury remain unclear, but it will force Graterol to miss at least one start. The move is retroactive to May 30, so he'll be eligible to return June 6 should he prove ready. He compiled a 1.78 ERA and 12.9 K/9 with Low-A Cedar Rapids prior to landing on the shelf.