Wood will remain in the Dodgers' rotation, even after Rich Hill (finger) and Brandon McCarthy (shoulder) return from the 10-day disabled list, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Though Wood's status could change on a whim, it'd be hard to shift him back to the bullpen after he dazzled with a six-inning, 10-strikeout shutout performance Saturday versus the Rockies at Coors Field. That leaves him with a 4-0 record accompanied by a 2.27 ERA, a 12.1 K/9 and a 2.8 BB/9 in 35.2 innings this year. The Dodgers were wise to collect as many starting pitchers as possible before the season, though they've found a gem in their pre-existing ranks. The left-hander proved he could stretch out a bit longer, as well, after previously being limited with innings and pitch counts. The southpaw's skills make him worth adding in most mixed leagues at least for a trial run. He's proven to be a difference maker as long as he's started. As for the rest of the rotation, Kenta Maeda (hamstring) may need at least another week of rehab. Julio Urias could head back to Triple-A Oklahoma City or relief duty as part of his workload management. Hyun-Jin Ryu is shouldered with a 4.99 ERA over six starts and could simply be booted from the starting quintet. Owners of those last two pitchers should start making contingency plans.