"Roberts said right-hander Brock Stewart has been throwing to hitters in Los Angeles this weekend and will go out on a "quick" rehab assignment this week, just one or two appearances."
""That one took way better and was way more effective," Stewart said. "I took a couple days off just to let it settle in. And then I had some throwing capacity already built up, because I kind of started the throwing program, and then there's some discomfort. And then we got the other shot, so I was able to build up pretty quic"
Brock Stewart is nearing a return to the Los Angeles Dodgers after right shoulder inflammation required a second cortisone injection. The 33-year-old reliever, reacquired at the trade deadline, has made four appearances for Los Angeles and allowed two runs in 3.2 innings before landing on the 15-day injured list. Stewart resumed throwing to hitters and is scheduled for a brief one- to two-appearance rehab assignment before rejoining the bullpen. He excelled in high-leverage roles with the Twins this season, especially against right-handed hitters, and the Dodgers expect his return to stabilize an inconsistent bullpen down the stretch and into the postseason.
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