BREAKING: Reason why Mookie Betts' hand injury could lead to....

Mookie Betts, the star outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is expected to miss approximately 6-8 weeks due to a hand fracture sustained when he was hit by a pitch. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts compared Betts’ injury timeline to that of former Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager, who missed 65 games in 2021 with a similar injury.

Fortunately, Betts will not require surgery, according to Roberts. Despite the setback, Betts had been having a strong season, batting .304 with 10 home runs and 40 RBIs through 72 games. His absence is a significant loss for the Dodgers, who are leading the NL West by eight games despite grappling with multiple injuries this season.

In Betts’ absence, the Dodgers are likely to rely on veteran Miguel Rojas to fill the gap. Rojas, who played 124 games with the team in 2023, will likely step into a more prominent role during this period. The Dodgers will need to navigate through this injury challenge as they continue their season with hopes of maintaining their division lead.