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Dodgers Confirm Kyle Hurt’s Bullpen Role for 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Kyle Hurt will serve as a reliever in 2026 after the pitcher recovered from Tommy John surgery.

Roberts cited Hurt’s effectiveness in limited appearances, noting an ERA of 1.04 over 8.2 innings last season. Hurt expressed excitement about returning stronger and learning from teammates like Cy Young winner Blake Snell and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.