Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin (back) needs at least three more rehab outings with Triple-A Oklahoma City and ramp-up to five or six innings before rejoining the Dodgers pitching staff. While it is encouraging that Gonsolin is ramping up, it's still unclear how he will fit into the starting rotation for the Dodgers upon his return. The Dodgers still have Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, Roki Sasaki, Dustin May, and Blake Snell (shoulder). It's possible that the Dodgers could deploy a six-man rotation once they are fully healthy. Still, fantasy managers will want to keep their eyes on any updates regarding the six-man rotation as Gonsolin approaches a return. In the meantime, the Dodgers have been leaning on Landon Knack to spot-start in the rotation to help with some of the injuries.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin (back) threw 1 2/3 scoreless innings while striking out one and walking two in a rehab start for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday. Gonsolin landed on the injured list on March 15 with back tightness but appears to be nearing a return to the mound for the big-league club. Gonsolin posted an 8-5 record with a 4.98 ERA in 2023 for the Dodgers before he missed all of the 2024 season after Tommy John surgery.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handers Tony Gonsolin (back) and Evan Phillips (shoulder) are both scheduled to begin minor-league rehab assignments with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday. Gonsolin is scheduled to start on Thursday and pitch around two innings. Gonsolin is recovering from a back injury that he suffered in early March while lifting weights, but both he and Phillips are getting close to rejoining the big-league roster in the month of April. Given L.A.'s stacked starting rotation, though, it's unclear if the 30-year-old Gonsolin will serve as a starter or long reliever for the Blue when he's cleared to be activated. Phillips, 30, didn't pitch at all during spring training due to a right-shoulder injury that had been bothering him since the World Series last October. He led the Dodgers in saves the last two years but has lost considerable fantasy value after the team added Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates to the bullpen in the offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers Clayton Kershaw (toe), Tony Gonsolin (back), and Michael Kopech (shoulder) were all placed on the 15-day injured list on Monday night. These were part of a flourish of roster moves the Dodgers made prior to their opening game in Tokyo, Japan. None of these moves came as a surprise, as these injuries have been known for a while. Kershaw is expected to require an extended absence as he recovers from toe surgery, but Gonsolin and Kopech figure to be in the mix much sooner. Kopech is an arm the Dodgers will definitely be eager to get back after he posted a 1.13 ERA and 0.79 WHIP in 24 innings after being dealt to them last season from the Chicago White Sox.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (back) is reportedly dealing with a back injury he picked up while lifting. It is unfortunate news for the righty, as Dodgers manager Dave Roberts notes that although it is thought to be a minor issue, Gonsolin won't be in the rotation for opening day. Roberts also reported that pitcher Dustin May will take Gonsolin's place as the team's fifth starter. The 30-year-old former ninth-round pick hasn't pitched in a big-league game since 2023 after requiring Tommy John surgery that stemmed from inflammation reported in mid-August. However, he was superb the season prior, compiling a 2.14 ERA and 0.87 WHIP for the team across 24 starts (16-1). It's unclear when Gonsolin will be ready to rejoin the rotation. Still, he could be a valuable arm for fantasy managers if he can recapture his form from a few seasons ago.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin (elbow) will start the team's second Cactus League game on Friday against the Chicago Cubs, with Nick Frasso starting on Saturday versus the Kansas City Royals. Gonsolin had Tommy John surgery in September of 2023, which caused him to miss the entire 2024 season with the Dodgers. The 30-year-old did make three minor-league rehab starts late last year and is ready to go for the start of the 2025 campaign. However, he's not a lock for a starting rotation spot and is competing with Dustin May, Bobby Miller, Landon Knack and Justin Wrobleski this spring. Gonsolin was an All-Star in 2022 and went 28-7 with a solid 3.36 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 266:109 K:BB in 289 innings over 59 outings (57 starts) from 2021-23, though, which could give him a leg up on a rotation spot.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handers Tony Gonsolin (elbow) and Dustin May (elbow) could begin the 2025 regular season in bullpen roles, according to manager Dave Roberts. Although Shohei Ohtani (elbow, shoulder) won't make his debut this year as a starting pitcher right away, both Gonsolin and May could be ticketed for relief roles. The 30-year-old Gonsolin underwent Tommy John surgery in August of 2023 and didn't pitch at all in the big leagues in 2024, so it would be a way to limit his innings this season. May also missed all of the 2024 campaign and made only 20 starts from 2021-23 due to injury, so it would make sense if L.A. wanted to manage his innings in a relief role. The 27-year-old also is out of minor-league options, so if he doesn't win the No. 5 rotation spot in spring training, he'll almost certainly start the year out of the bullpen.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (elbow) is set to make his second rehab start for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday. Gonsolin pitched two scoreless innings in his first rehab start on Tuesday while allowing just two hits and striking out three batters. The 30-year-old has yet to pitch in 2024 as he recovers from Tommy John surgery. The progress in his rehab assignment gives a slight chance that Gonsolin could pitch in the Dodgers' postseason run, but the likelihood is still minimal given the stakes of the postseason. At best Gonsolin could be used as a bullpen arm instead of a starter in October. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues will still want to hold onto Gonsolin but any managers that hoped for and needed the righty to return in 2024 can cut bait. Those looking for immediate help can look to Landon Knack, who has posted a 3.00 ERA in 54 IP coming into Friday night.

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed right-hander Tony Gonsolin (elbow) on the 60-day injured list on Friday to make room on the active roster for the signing of left-hander Clayton Kershaw (shoulder), who will soon enough join Gonsolin on the 60-day IL. The 29-year-old Gonsolin will miss all of the 2024 season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, so he will be completely off the fantasy radar in single-year leagues. An ankle sprain caused Gonsolin to get a late start to the 2023 campaign, and he ended up making only 20 starts, going 8-5 with a career-worst 4.98 ERA (5.43 FIP) and 1.22 WHIP while walking 40 and striking out 82 in 103 innings. It was a big disappointment after he was a first-time All-Star in 2022 and a Cy Young candidate after winning 16 games.

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced on Monday that right-hander Tony Gonsolin (elbow) will have Tommy John surgery on Friday. No timetable has been given for his return, but it's now unlikely that he'll pitch at all in 2024. Fantasy managers already knew that Gonsolin wasn't going to pitch again for the Dodgers this year after they moved him to the 60-day injured list, and elbow reconstruction was always a strong possibility. The 29-year-old was a first-time All-Star in 2022, when he went 16-1 with a 2.14 ERA and 0.87 WHIP in 24 starts, but he came back to Earth in 2023, posting a career-worst 4.98 ERA (5.45 FIP), 1.22 WHIP, 40 walks and 82 strikeouts in 103 innings over 20 starts for the Blue.

The Los Angeles Dodgers moved right-hander Tony Gonsolin (forearm) to the 60-day injured list on Sunday and claimed pitcher Tyson Miller off waivers from the New York Mets in a corresponding move. Gonsolin will officially missed the rest of the 2023 season unless the Dodgers make a deep postseason run. Even then, the 29-year-old probably won't make a return and could need surgery on his right arm after undergoing an MRI exam over the weekend. Depending on what kind of surgery Gonsolin might need, most, if not all, of his 2024 season could be compromised as well. It was a tough year for him, going 8-5 with a career-worst 4.98 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 82 strikeouts in 103 innings over 20 starts for LA.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (forearm) had an MRI on his forearm and could require surgery, according to manager Dave Roberts. Roberts also told reporters that the potential surgery could affect Gonsolin's availability for 2024. The Dodgers placed the 29-year-old hurler on the 15-day injured list back on August 19 and stated that he would not pitch again for the rest of the season. This is a bit of a murky situation and it's starting to sound like Gonsolin could miss a portion of 2024. The Dodgers would provide more information again before the regular season comes to a close.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin (forearm) had an MRI exam and could need surgery. A final decision has yet to be made, though, but it could impact his availability for the start of next season, according to manager Dave Roberts. The 29-year-old is not expected back again this year after he was place don the injured list on Aug. 19, especially if he has to go under the knife. He made the All-Star team for the first time in his career in 2022, when he went 16-1 with an excellent 2.14 ERA and 0.87 WHIP in 24 starts. However, he has posted a career-worst 4.98 ERA (5.44 FIP), 1.22 WHIP, 40 walks and 82 strikeouts in 103 innings over his 20 starts this season. Fantasy managers in single-year leagues should have already dumped Gonsolin.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list and is likely done for the season, according to manager Dave Roberts. Gonsolin was shelled by the Marlins on Friday for 10 earned runs and later told reporters that his elbow was bothering him. The elbow issue likely attributed to his poor performance and now it sounds like said issue could end his season. He will undergo more tests to determine the severity of the injury but Roberts did not sound optimistic about the 29-year-old pitcher. The team should provide an update on him later this week but this is another blow to a battered Dodgers' rotation. Ryan Pepiot looks to be the next man up to replace Gonsolin. He's got some fantasy appeal in deeper leagues.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin (elbow) said that his elbow has been bothering him for several weeks and it affects his stuff more than his command. He plans to talk to the coaching and the training staff about taking a step back with a stint on the injured list. It helps explain why he was blasted by the Miami Marlins on Friday night to the tune of 10 earned runs on eight hits (five homers surrendered) while walking four and striking out two in just 3 1/3 innings. The nightmare outing pushed the 29-year-old's season ERA to 4.98 in 20 starts covering 103 innings pitched. Gonsolin has been inconsistent of late on the mound, and now we know why. Fantasy managers need to prepare for an upcoming absence.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin struggled in a 13-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday. Gonsolin allowed six runs on nine hits over six innings while striking out three and walking one. Despite the poor outing, Gonsolin wound up earning the win thanks to plenty of run support from the Los Angeles lineup. Gonsolin now has a 7-4 record, 4.42 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 74 strikeouts in 93 2/3 innings of work this season. His next start is scheduled for Saturday against the Colorado Rockies.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin will start Sunday's game against the San Francisco Giants, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. After pitching in Tuesday's contest, manager Dave Roberts considered giving the right-hander an extra day in between starts, but he'll now be starting on regular rest. Over 46.2 innings of work, Gonsolin has pitched to a 1.93 ERA and 0.94 WHIP with four wins across nine starts but owns just an 18.9% strikeout rate. His run prevention makes him playable in all formats, but fantasy managers should expect some regression in that department moving forward.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin allowed only two hits and two walks with six strikeouts across six scoreless innings against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday. The 29-year-old netted his fourth win of the year in the team's 5-1 victory. It was already Gonsolin's fifth appearance permitting no earned runs and his fourth time doing so over at least five frames. After a late start to 2023 due to an ankle sprain, the 2022 All-Star is picking up right where he left off during his breakout season last year. Gonsolin has an outrageous 24-3 record since 2021 and is quietly establishing himself as one of the more productive starters in baseball. The right-hander bears a concerning 36:18 K:BB, though, to keep an eye one. Gonsolin nonetheless takes a sharp 1.93 ERA and 0.94 WHIP into a date with the hot-hitting San Francisco Giants on Sunday.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (ankle) will make his season debut on Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to manager Dave Roberts. The right-hander was sidelined to begin the season due to an ankle injury. The expectation is that Gonsolin is going to throw four innings during his outing on Wednesday. It appears the team is going to ease him back into action and stretch him out a bit. That being said, Gonsolin probably won't be a great fantasy option right away. Although, he was fantastic last season, so he should be well worth the wait.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin (ankle) is likely to start on Wednesday against the Pittsburg Pirates, according to manager Dave Roberts. The 28-year-old righty has yet to make his season debut while dealing with an ankle injury but he was pulled from his rehab assignment early and is currently with the Dodgers in Chicago as they wrap up their series with the Cubs. Gonsolin was excellent last season, posting a 2.14 ERA and 0.87 WHIP to go along with 119 strikeouts over 130 1/3 innings (24 starts). It'll take a little time for him to get stretched out but fantasy managers should get ready to start him if they've been stashing him.