The Los Angeles Dodgers released their NLCS 25-man roster today for their series against the Cubs, and it contains a startling omission.
Corey Seager, their wunderkind starting shortstop and an integral part of their record-breaking 104-win season in 2017, was not on the roster.
#ThisTeam: NLCS Edition pic.twitter.com/Yj18PLJFiQ
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 14, 2017
According to multiple reports, Seager has struggled with back issues since NLDS Game 3 against the Diamondbacks.
Corey Seager won’t work out today. “His back’s been barking since Game 3 in Arizona.” Day to day.
— J.P. Hoornstra (@jphoornstra) October 13, 2017
Former San Francisco Giants infielder Charlie Culberson replaced Seager on the roster.
However, the Dodgers could still activate Seager for a portion of the series if they place another player on the disabled list.
I would not put it past the Dodgers to DL someone to get Corey Seager back into this series, at some point.
— Andy McCullough (@McCulloughTimes) October 14, 2017
Regardless, this is a critical development that could adversely affect the Dodgers’ quest to legitimize their 104-58 record and win their first World Series championship since 1988.