LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers on Sunday placed Franklin Gutierrez on the 10-day disabled list with an episode of ankylosing spondylitis and recalled Mike Freeman from Triple-A Oklahoma City.
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic immune-arthritic condition, which came about in 2011 for Gutierrez, causing stiff joints and associated debilitating symptoms. Gutierrez sat out 2014 to let the medication, which he still takes, heal his body.
Manager Dave Roberts said he's not sure whether 10 days will be enough for the 34-year-old outfielder, but he hopes this gives Gutierrez a chance to "reset." Gutierrez has played in 35 games this season, hitting one home run and batting .