Pitching depth has been a big focus for the Los Angeles Dodgers front office in recent years, and that was a big reason why they signed former Milwaukee Brewers starter Jimmy Nelson to a one-year contract this past offseason.
Nelson had a breakout season in 2017 but then was limited to just 10 games in 2018 and 2019 after undergoing shoulder surgery.
The 30-year-old reported to Camelback Ranch for Spring Training fully healthy and ready to compete for a spot in the rotation. But in the first few days of camp, he developed back and groin trouble that limited him.