Dodgers Roster News: 2020 World Series Champion Designated for Assignment by LA

He lasted just one appearance with the Dodgers this season.

With Shelby Miller making his return from the bereavement list, 2020 World Series Champion LHP Adam Kolarek was designated for assignment and has likely pitched his last inning for the Dodgers this season.

Adam Kolarek vs. Juan Soto part 3. pic.twitter.com/VtqWBtGwCz

— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 7, 2019

The Dodgers made the announcement Wednesday via Twitter, much to the dismay of many LA fans in the comments.

The Dodgers activated RHP Shelby Miller from the bereavement list and designated LHP Adam Kolarek for assignment.

— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) June 14, 2023

Kolarek only pitched 1.1 innings in 2023, a 0 earned run, 2 strikeout performance against Philadelphia. In 2020, Kolarek only allowed 2 earned runs in 19 innings, proving to be a reliable reliever in the Dodgers' World Series campaign.

There are at least 4 pitchers you could have DFAd before Kolarek.

— David (@donkatsu80) June 14, 2023

Miller is having one of his best seasons, posting his best ERA since his rookie year in St. Louis. With a 2.57 ERA across 28 innings, Miller has proven himself a valuable asset to a bullpen ranked among the worst in baseball.

2023 marked Kolarek's third season on the Dodgers after the 34-year-old spent two seasons in Oakland following the World Series victory.

The Dodgers currently sit three games behind the Arizona Diamondbacks for first place in the NL West, and their struggling bullpen is a key reason behind a solid but slow start for LA.

Look for the Dodgers to target a reliable reliever as the trade deadline approaches.