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Dodgers to get ‘huge impact’ with key reliever on track for NLDS return

The Los Angeles Dodgers are anticipating a major bullpen boost for the upcoming National League Division Series with the projected return of hard-throwing relief pitcher Edgardo Henriquez. General manager Brandon Gomes indicated that the right-hander is tracking toward inclusion on the postseason roster following a recent live batting practice session that he completed without experiencing any lingering physical issues.

Henriquez had been sidelined during the final couple weeks of the regular season due to a back strain sustained after a September appearance in Miami against the Marlins. Prior to the injury, the 24-year-old rookie established himself as a dominant late-inning option, posting a 2.85 ERA alongside 70 strikeouts across 60 total frames and averaging a blistering 100.7 mph with his fastball.

Manager Dave Roberts emphasized the immense value of inserting a high-leverage arm with such unique velocity into the relief corps as the club opens its postseason journey on Saturday.

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