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Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts has been scratched from Wednesday's lineup against the Athletics . The Dodgers shared the updated lineup after Betts was scratched.
Betts was initially hitting fourth and playing shortstop. Miguel Rojas is now set to play shortstop while Max Muncy will hit clean-up. Rojas is hitting eighth in the lineup.
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UPDATE: Betts was scratched due to wrist soreness , Jack Harris of the California Post reports. Manager Dave Roberts said the team is "erring on the side of caution," according to Harris.
Betts has had ups and downs this season . It is worth mentioning that Betts dealt with an injury concern earlier in the year.
Betts, 33, has hit .244/.300/.444 across 51 total games played. He has also recorded 11 home runs and eight doubles. Although Betts has not played up to his MVP-caliber expectations, he is still an impactful player without question.
Los Angeles is obviously hopeful that Betts will not have to miss too much time. Updates on Mookie Betts ' injury status will continue to be monitored and provided as they are made available.
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The Dodgers will enter the game on Wednesday in Sacramento with the best record in baseball at 56-30 overall. LA holds a 12.5 game lead over the second place Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres in the National League West standings.
Los Angeles is looking to sweep the Athletics on Wednesday night despite Betts' injury absence. First pitch for the ball game is scheduled for 9:40 PM EST in Sacramento as the Dodgers look to earn another big win.
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