Of the many variables that could influence the Dodgers’ World Series chances the rest of the year, one factor will be more important than all else.
The Dodgers need Tyler Glasnow to stay healthy, pitch well and — regardless of what they do before next Tuesday’s trade deadline — perform like an ace at the top of their rotation.
To that end, Wednesday was an encouraging sign.
After his first injury scare of the season, a two-week stint on the injured list because of back tightness, Glasnow made a much-needed return to the Dodgers’ rotation Wednesday night, giving up two runs in five innings during the Dodgers’ 8-3 loss against the San Francisco Giants.