Freeman immediately left the game after being hit by a pitch on Sunday, but he was back in the lineup on Monday, ready to try out a swing “fix” he hopes will end his slump.

He said it felt like a sting,” manager Dave Roberts said, adding that an X-ray and manual testing didn't reveal any issues.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to consider an infielder trade at the deadline after their third baseman was hurt.

Henriquez, who is a full decade younger, only has three innings of major league experience. The Dodgers are opting to roll with the upside of a pitcher who had a 5.89 ERA at Triple-A, but a significantly higher strikeout rate.

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts and Clayton Kershaw expressed their feelings about the Dodgers' rough stretch over the past few weeks.

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox are both set up to make additions to their team. Could the two connect for a trade?