Dodgers' Gonsolin Sidelined 8-10 Months After Elbow Surgery

In baseball news from the past week, the New York Yankees have signed catcher Rob Brantly to a minor league contract as he looks to provide depth in his second stint with the Bronx Bombers. The 36-year-old backstop made three appearances for the Miami Marlins this season before being designated for assignment last month.

In other news, the Houston Astros have placed closer Josh Hader on the injured list with a shoulder strain. Manager Joe Espada has yet to name a new closer, as a closer-by-committee approach seems likely.

The most significant injury news, however, comes from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Right-hander Tony Gonsolin underwent elbow surgery on Tuesday, sidelining him for the next 8-10 months. Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman clarified that it isn't a full Tommy John surgery, but rather a Tommy John revision with a flexor cleanup.

Despite these setbacks, there were some positive results on the field. The Milwaukee Brewers extended their winning streak to 11 games by clobbering the Pittsburgh Pirates, while the Boston Red Sox pounded the Houston Astros to even their series. The Los Angeles Angels also turned a triple play en route to a walk-off win against the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers, marking the Halos' fifth consecutive victory over their crosstown rivals this season.