The Dodgers made a move prior to Thursday’s game in Miami to get another arm up. They called up left-handed hurler Darien Núñez to make his MLB debut at the age of 28. It was a surprise to many fans given that there are few who have watched Nunez over the last few years.
But Núñez has moved through the Dodgers system relatively quickly after defecting from Cuba. He made his professional debut in 2018 and the 2020 season was obviously a wash due to the pandemic. But he has impressed at all levels and quickly made his way to Triple-A this year.