Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed on June 15, 2026 that Tommy Edman will be activated and inserted into the lineup for the Wednesday game against McClanahan. "The bird has landed," Roberts said during a press conference, adding that Edman "will be active tomorrow."
Roberts noted that Edman's ankle is no longer a limitation, stating, "From what I understand, not limited and he's moving well, recovering well." The ankle had been a nagging issue for a few years, and even after surgery the team was still working through discomfort. Roberts acknowledged the Dodgers made a mistake in the 2025 season by returning Teoscar Hernandez to the lineup too quickly after he missed time, and said he intends to avoid repeating that pattern with Edman. Roberts plans to use Edman roughly three or four times per week initially, deploying him across second base, third base, and left field. He added that Hernandez's return timeline remains uncertain, which makes Edman's versatility especially valuable, noting Hernandez is currently running at approximately 20 miles per hour.
Roberts also provided updates on several other players. Edwin Diaz has been playing catch and is expected to throw a bullpen session during the week of June 15, 2026, though no return timeline has been set. Blake Snell has been throwing and playing catch, though a timeline for facing hitters is unknown. Kiké Hernandez is making strides with baseball activity, while Glass has shown no progress. Roberts confirmed that Shohei Ohtani's Wednesday start remains on schedule with no modifications to the plan.
On the offensive side, Roberts evaluated Mookie Betts, saying "the word I would say if I had to sum it up is he's been searching," but noted improved quality of contact and results with arrows pointing up. Roberts praised Max Muncy, who turns 36 in August, for playing his best defense in recent memory and for maturing mentally by managing the highs and lows more consistently. Roberts stated that Muncy previously made two or three All-Star teams earlier in his career before a drought, and is now on track to make his first All-Star team in five years.
Roberts also highlighted Andy Pages, who leads all National League outfielders in All-Star voting according to Roberts, describing him as "not a self-promoter at all" who simply wants to play baseball. Roberts said the fans voting for Pages "are getting it right" as a person, talent, and performer. With Edman slated to appear Wednesday and Ohtani's start confirmed for the same day, the Dodgers will carry a fuller roster into that matchup against McClanahan.