Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts addressed reporters on June 20, 2026, covering the team's loss to the Baltimore Orioles, Shohei Ohtani's home run, and an injury update on reliever Blake Treinen.
Roberts said the Dodgers were unable to generate any offensive momentum against Orioles starter Rogers, noting, "We just got bullied tonight with fastballs."
Despite the loss, Ohtani's home run off Kittredge provided a spark. Roberts acknowledged the blast as a significant factor in creating an opportunity for the Dodgers, saying, "I think it's a big part of it." Roberts also spoke briefly with Ohtani after the game, congratulating him and his wife on a personal occasion. Ohtani told Roberts his body feels great following a day off, and Roberts said nothing abnormal is expected in the coming days.
Treinen's elbow issue drew significant attention. Roberts explained that Treinen felt normal after the previous game but woke up the following morning with stiffness and difficulty achieving full extension. He did not respond to treatment, and Roberts confirmed the team is placing him on the injured list with Chase McDermott called up as the corresponding move. "We got Chase McDermott moving," Roberts said.
Treinen underwent imaging, though Roberts acknowledged he could not recall the specific diagnosis. The current plan, Roberts explained, is rest rather than a more aggressive course of action — "staying away, get rest versus anything more aggressive right now."