Dodgers Recall Pitcher Kyle Hurt, Place Ben Casparius on IL

The Dodgers make roster moves ahead of key series against the Mets at Dodger Stadium.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 11:21pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic motion and energy of a baseball game, with players and the field broken down into overlapping geometric shapes and planes of color.The Dodgers and Mets, two of MLB's highest-spending teams, face off in a pivotal early-season series that could shape the National League playoff picture.Los Angeles Today

The Los Angeles Dodgers have recalled right-handed pitcher Kyle Hurt from the minors and placed fellow righty Ben Casparius on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation. The moves come as the Dodgers prepare to host the New York Mets in a high-profile three-game series at Dodger Stadium.

Why it matters

The Dodgers and Mets are two of the highest-payroll teams in MLB, making this an anticipated matchup. The Dodgers' bullpen moves aim to shore up their pitching staff ahead of the series.

The details

Casparius, 27, has struggled in his five appearances for the Dodgers this season, posting a 9.00+ ERA over 4.2 innings. He earned a bullpen role with the team in 2025 after a strong 2024 postseason, but the IL stint may give him time to work through his early-season issues. Hurt, also 27, has not pitched in the majors since 2024, when he logged 6.2 innings. He had a 3.68 ERA in 7.1 spring training innings this year and will look to make the most of his latest MLB opportunity.

  • The Dodgers announced the roster moves on Monday, April 13, 2026.
  • The Dodgers will host the Mets in a three-game series starting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Kyle Hurt

A 27-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers who has not pitched in the majors since 2024.

Ben Casparius

A 27-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers who has struggled with a 9.00+ ERA in five appearances this season and was placed on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation.

Los Angeles Dodgers

A Major League Baseball team based in Los Angeles, California that has one of the highest payrolls in the league.

New York Mets

A Major League Baseball team based in New York City that has the second-highest payroll in the league, making their upcoming series against the Dodgers a highly anticipated matchup.

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What’s next

The Dodgers and Mets will begin their three-game series at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The takeaway

The Dodgers' roster moves ahead of the Mets series highlight the importance of maintaining a strong pitching staff, especially when facing another high-payroll contender. The outcome of this series could have significant implications in the competitive National League West division race.