Kopech’s rehab start underlined the fragility of pitching-command comebacks. A Dodgers rehab narrative frames his return as a potential boost to a shaky bullpen, but performance and rhythm will determine his late-season impact.

Kopech is on a rehab assignment with a rough outing, underscoring the challenge of fast‐tracking a reliever back to impact. His rehab pace will influence bullpen depth and the Cubs’/Dodgers’ cross‐series plans as teams chase back‐of‐rotation or relief depth.

Kopech’s Dodgers fit is a high-velocity addition, but his return from knee surgery has shown command issues on rehab, complicating the bullpen calculus. If he can regain feel for the zone, Kopech could anchor late innings; otherwise, the Dodgers will need Miller or another veteran to step in sooner than expected.

Michael Kopech's recent injury, a torn meniscus, has led to his placement on the 60-day injured list, creating a void in the Dodgers' pitching lineup.

Michael Kopech faced yet another setback with right knee inflammation, adding to the White Sox's injury woes.