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By Drew VonScio
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are under immense pressure to figure out their rotation.
Tyler Glasnow's placement on the 15-day injured list Monday made him the 13th pitcher in Dodger blue to miss time this season. With as competitive as the National League West is this season, Dave Roberts and his team can't waste time.
A move must be made soon, and Andrew Heaney from the Pittsburgh Pirates is a player who should be on the Dodgers' radar.
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Heaney has started this season strong in Pittsburgh, posting a 1.72 ERA through his first five starts. He's thrown at least six innings in his last four appearances and walked two or fewer batters in every game.
Despite what Ben Cherington or anyone in the Pirates organization argues, the Pirates are not a contender. Heaney won't be on the team when the calendar changes from July to August.
However, the Dodgers should pull the trigger now to make the deal.
Dodgers fans are certainly familiar with Heaney as he made 16 appearances (14 starts) with the team in 2022. The 33-year-old totaled a 3.10 ERA in those games.
Heaney is currently on a one-year deal with the Pirates worth $5.25 million. The Dodgers would be responsible for the difference for the remainder of the season, but that figure is peanuts for Los Angeles.
This would also mean the Dodgers wouldn't have to cough up much in the way of a return. Edgardo Henriquez (Dodgers No. 17 prospect) is one that could certainly intrigue the Pirates, as the 22-year-old could give Pittsburgh a long-term bullpen piece.
Cherington's price tag for Heaney will increase if he continues to pitch this well, meaning the Dodgers should look to make a move sooner rather than later.
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