The Dodgers called up right-hander Gus Varland from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday. Dinelson Lamet was designated for assignment after pitching three times in the previous five days.
The Dodgers acquired right-handed relief pitcher Connor Brogdon by trade, one of a flurry of roster moves for the bullpen in the last week. Minor league left-hander Benony Robles was sent to the Phillies in the deal.
Dodgers minor league highlights on Saturday included Walker Buehler pitching into the fifth inning on a rehab assignment in Triple-A, Jared Karros off to a strong start for Great Lakes, and Edgardo Henriquez returning to the mound for Rancho Cucamonga after 2022 Tommy John surgery.
Getting his first home run as a Dodger on Wednesday was a relief for Ohtani. He showed that by getting a double and another home run at Wrigley Field on Friday.
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