Dodgers Bullpen Boost Joe Kelly Starts Rehab Assignment

Kelly, a key member of the Dodgers' relief corps, has been sidelined with a shoulder injury that has kept him out of action for several weeks. The right-hander was placed on the injured list in early May and has been working his way back to full strength. According to the team, Kelly is scheduled to start his rehab assignment with the Oklahoma City Dodgers, the team's Triple-A affiliate.

The Dodgers have been using a combination of relievers to fill the void left by Kelly, but the team has not been able to find the same level of consistency that Kelly provides. The return of Kelly will allow the team to settle on a more defined bullpen role, which should help to stabilize the relief corps. Additionally, Kelly's experience and ability to pitch in high-pressure situations will be a welcome addition to the team.

While the exact timeline for Kelly's return is unclear, the team is hopeful that he will be back in the majors by the end of the month. If all goes well, Kelly could be back pitching for the Dodgers in time for the stretch run, providing a significant boost to the team's playoff hopes. With the Dodgers currently sitting in second place in the National League West, the return of Kelly could be just what the team needs to make a push for the division title.

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