Dodgers Nation · Sep 24, 2025
Dodgers Could Use Emmet Sheehan as High-Leverage Reliever in Postseason
The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen has allowed a franchise-high 304 earned runs this season. Since it doesn’t look like things will improve before October, the defending champions will have to get creative in their approach for the playoffs.
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One solution is using rotation pieces such as right-hander Emmet Sheehan in relief. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the Dodgers are considering all options when it comes to high-leverage situations.
“Yes, absolutely,” Roberts said. “I’m not concerned [about his lack of relief experience]. We’ve brought him out of the bullpen, used him on short rest.”