The Dodgers bullpen was supposed to be a strength. Why has it struggled early on?
Los Angeles Times -

Their top two relievers had pitched the two previous nights, so the Dodgers had little choice but to turn to J.P. Feyereisen, a 31-year-old journeyman trying to work his way back from shoulder surgery, in the seventh inning with the score tied against the San Diego Padres on Sunday. A walk, a single, a walk, and a Jurickson Profar three-run double later, the Padres were on their way to a 6-3 victory. If Brusdar Graterol or Blake Treinen was available, manager Dave Roberts could have turned to...

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