Mookie Betts to Miss Dodgers' Tokyo Series Due to Illness

The star shortstop lost 15 pounds and is recovering from a lingering illness ahead of MLB's season opener in Japan.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Mookie Betts will not play in the two-game Tokyo Series against the Cubs due to illness.
Betts, 32, has been battling flu-like symptoms for over a week, resulting in significant weight loss and dehydration.
The team is prioritizing Betts' recovery to avoid potential soft tissue injuries, with plans for him to return to the U.S. early to prepare for the home opener on March 27.
Veteran Miguel Rojas is expected to fill in at shortstop during the Tokyo Series, which begins Tuesday at the Tokyo Dome.
Betts is an eight-time All-Star and key player for the Dodgers, contributing to their 2024 World Series title with a .289 batting average and 75 RBIs last season.