Dodgers Face Angels with Mookie Betts Making Spring Debut

The Dodgers are set to clash with the Angels on Sunday at Camelback Ranch, marking their 10th game of the Cactus League. A highlight of the matchup is the return of Mookie Betts, who will be making his spring training debut. Betts is slotted in the batting order at third and will also take on shortstop duties, showcasing his versatility early in the season.

Joining Betts in the lineup are Miguel Rojas at shortstop, Teoscar Hernández in left field, and Freddie Freeman at first base. The Dodgers’ active roster also features Andy Pages in center field, Zach Ehrhard as the designated hitter, James Tibbs III in right field, and Eliézer Alfonzo behind the plate.

On the mound, Landon Knack is making his second start of the spring, while the bullpen will see action from regulars Blake Treinen, Alex Vesia, and Jack Dreyer, along with Kyle Hurt. The pitching staff will also include several minor league players: Nicolas Cruz, Roque Gutierrez, Nick Nastrini, Kelvin Ramirez, and Cam Day, each donning their respective numbers.

In addition to the active roster, several non-roster invitees will participate, including Josue De Paula, Zyhir Hope, Kendall George, Noah Miller, Chris Newell, Griffin Lockwood-Powell, and Nelson Quiroz. From minor league camp, infielders Austin Gauthier, Kyle Nevin, Logan Wagner, and Yeiner Fernandez, as well as outfielder Kole Myers, will also be in action on Sunday.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.