The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to push for late additions to the National League All-Star roster, with manager Dave Roberts advocating for left-handed starter Justin Wrobleski and reliever Tanner Scott. Roberts confirmed ongoing discussions ahead of the Dodgers’ 4-3 loss to the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, noting that roster changes are expected, particularly on the pitching side.

Wrobleski delivered a strong performance on Tuesday, limiting the Rockies to one run over seven innings while striking out nine batters. Despite his solid numbers—he ranks eighth in the National League with a 2.69 ERA among qualified pitchers and has logged an average of more than six innings per start—he was not initially named an All-Star. Wrobleski expressed disappointment at the omission but remains focused on improving his game. “You want to be an All-Star. It’s always a big deal,” he said following the game. “It’s frustrating to not get that nod, but it’s just more reason to try and keep getting better.”

Roberts highlighted Wrobleski’s contributions, pointing out the Dodgers’ use of a six-man rotation may have limited his number of starts relative to other contenders. “I just think that he’s performed enough to earn that opportunity,” Roberts said. He also defended Scott, who despite a blown save Monday, maintains a 2.70 ERA alongside 12 saves and is considered one of the league’s top relievers.

Further changes to the All-Star roster seem likely given scheduling conflicts. For example, Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto is scheduled to start on Saturday, which may preclude his participation in the July 11 All-Star Game and potentially open a spot for Wrobleski or Scott.

On the offensive side, Shohei Ohtani reached a significant milestone by becoming the first Japanese player to hit 300 home runs in Major League Baseball during Tuesday’s game. His leadoff home run marked his 300th and put him in rare company as the fifth-fastest player to reach that total, doing so in his 1,101st game with at least one plate appearance. Ohtani also became the first player with at least 300 home runs and more than 100 stolen bases within his first nine MLB seasons. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised the power and quickness of Ohtani’s homer and marvelled at his consistent performance.

Defensively, the Dodgers were hurt by two errors in the eighth inning which led to the go-ahead run for the Rockies. Shortstop Miguel Rojas, who committed a throwing error after misplaying a grounder, acknowledged the mental mistake that preceded the physical error. “Mental errors are the ones that are disappointing,” Rojas said. Roberts expressed confidence in Rojas, noting his reputation for dependability despite the mishaps.

Right-hander Evan Phillips made a return to the major leagues after 14 months away, following Tommy John surgery, pitching a scoreless ninth inning with two strikeouts. However, the Dodgers’ offense was unable to rally late, going down in order with two runners on base.

Regarding Ohtani’s status amid a right biceps issue that sidelined him Saturday, Roberts remains optimistic about his availability for Friday’s start against the Arizona Diamondbacks. While the injury raised questions about whether Ohtani would pitch prior to the All-Star break, Roberts said there have been no reported setbacks, and the pitcher’s catch play has appeared normal. If concerns arise, the team is prepared to adjust plans accordingly.

Roberts also indicated Ohtani is unlikely to pitch or participate in the Home Run Derby during All-Star festivities but is expected to appear as the starting designated hitter. He noted Ohtani’s awareness of his responsibilities and the balance needed between managing his health and showcasing his talents at the midsummer classic.