Dodgers Demote Pitcher, Officially Add Eric Lauer Ahead of Padres Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced a roster move ahead of Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. Left-handed pitcher Eric Lauer, who was acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays over the weekend, has officially joined the team in San Diego and was added to the active roster. To make room for Lauer, right-handed pitcher Wyatt Mills was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Dodgers Demote Pitcher, Officially Add Eric Lauer Ahead of Padres Game. The Los Angeles Dodgers announced a roster move ahead of Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. Left-handed pitcher Eric Lauer, who was acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays over the weekend, has officially joined the team in San Diego and was added to the active roster. To make room for Lauer, right-handed pitcher Wyatt Mills was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City. The Dodgers added LHP Eric Lauer to the active roster and optioned RHP Wyatt Mills. — Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) May 19, 2026 Who is Eric Lauer? The Dodgers sent cash to the Blue Jays for Lauer, who had been designated for assignment. The veteran left-hander was in the midst of a down year in Toronto, sporting a 6.69 ERA across 36.1 innings with 26 strikeouts to 16 walks and an American League-wors...