The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to name Edwin Diaz their closer despite a rough stretch in which he blows three saves in his last four appearances. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says the team is not demoting Diaz and will keep him in the closer role for now.
Both outlets attribute Roberts’ decision to the Dodgers’ internal evaluation of Diaz’s performance and role. While Diaz’s results during the period cited are poor, Roberts’ comments indicate the team is looking beyond the simple save totals when deciding whether to change roles.
The coverage focuses on the same core issue—why Diaz remains closer despite additional blown saves—highlighting that the Dodgers’ approach is driven by managerial judgment rather than an immediate change in usage. The reported discussion centers on Roberts’ reasoning for maintaining stability in the closer spot while the situation is reassessed going forward.
