Questions remain as the Los Angeles Dodgers are set to open the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium in just over one week. What capacity Rich Hill may be available in come October remains unclear, and in some regard that also applies to Joe Kelly.
After appearing against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sept. 1, the right-hander did not pitch again until six days later. Following a loss, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed the extended absence was due to Kelly dealing with a lower body injury.
He considered the situation minor but expected to avoid using Kelly for another brief stretch.