Latest News About Mookie Betts

Here are the latest updates on Mookie Betts (as of April 29–30, 2026):

• Betts is on the injured list with a right oblique strain and is nearing a minor-league rehab assignment, with a potential return in the first half of May. Dodgers managers and reporters have indicated he could begin a rehab stint over the first weekend of May or the following week. [Source: MLB.com reporting and multiple outlets around April 29–30, 2026] [citation][3]
• Rehabbing players with oblique injuries often start with light activity before live batting practice; Betts has been cleared to swing in practice as part of progress toward a return. If he progresses as hoped, he could rejoin the Dodgers in mid-May. [Source: FOX Sports recap and updates] [citation]
• In related context, Betts has had prior healthy returns from injuries and remains a central figure for the Dodgers when healthy, making his mid-May return highly anticipated for Dodgers’ lineup. [Sources compiling Betts status and team impact] [citation][7]

Illustration: timeline of possible return

• Week of May 1–3: Minor-league rehab assignment possible
• Mid to late May: Expected big-league return if rehab progresses without setback

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