The Dodgers are bringing back a familiar face for the season's final month and beyond, agreeing to a deal with veteran left-hander Andrew Heaney , according to a report from MLB Network insider Jon Heyman on Monday. The team has not confirmed the deal, which was completed in time for Heaney to be eligible to play in the postseason with Los Angeles, per Heyman.
The 34-year-old was released by the Pirates on Friday after pitching to a 5.39 ERA in 26 appearances this year. He started the season off strong, with a 3.33 ERA in his first 14 starts. But since June 19, that mark rose to 9.21, and Pittsburgh eventually moved him to the bullpen.
Heaney spent the 2022 season with the Dodgers, going 4-4 with a 3.10 ERA in 16 games (14 starts) and pitching three innings that postseason. He won a