Dodgers Top Pitching Prospect Bobby Miller Has Been Battling Some Shoulder Issues This Spring
Dodgers top pitching prospect — and No. 2 overall prospect per MLB Pipeline — Bobby Miller did not make an appearance in the Cactus League this spring. He was given an opportunity to come to major league spring training camp, however, manager Dave Roberts made it clear that he would not be pitching in a game.
Then, he was sent down with the second round of spring training cuts, bringing an end to his time with the big league camp.
While Miller got some great experience being around the veterans at camp, it was a little weird that he didn't pitch. However, he confirmed to AM 570 LA Sports Radio that he came to camp with some shoulder soreness, which is why the team didn't want to ramp him up too quickly. However, now he feels much better, and is ready to go to work.
"I feel amazing right now," Miller said. "I was working with Ron (Porterfield) for a while, and he’s been getting me right, man. So I’m ready to go against hitters."
While Miller is excited to be back and playing baseball now, he did admit that it wasn't easy just sitting on the sidelines waiting.
"I’m always wanting to get out there as fast as I can," Miller said. "Just trying to be patient mentally in getting back out there — that's really been the toughest part, is the patience. Now I’m finally coming back, so I’m super excited."
Dodger fans shouldn't expect to see Miller in the big leagues anytime soon, however, there is a good chance he makes his debut at some point in 2023. But for now, he's going to continue working on his craft in the minor leagues, and improving upon his 2022 season that saw him throw a 3.38 ERA in four starts in Triple-A.
