'Glad it's not worse': Snell's early exit (groin) complicates Dodgers' plans

Blake Snell, the Dodgers' left-hander, exited his start against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday after just one inning due to left groin tightness, as Los Angeles fell 6-2 at Great American Ball Park. The early exit complicates the Dodgers' plans, as they needed either a win or a San Diego Padres loss to clinch their 13th NL West title in the past 14 years. Snell, who has a history of groin and adductor issues from his 2024 season with the Giants, hopes to make another start before the regular season ends, but manager Dave Roberts emphasized that postseason readiness is the priority.