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Dodgers SS Mookie Betts (back) exits in first inning vs. Nationals

MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers at Washington NationalsApr 4, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a run against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Dodgers star shortstop Mookie Betts exited in the middle of the first inning of Saturday’s game against the Washington Nationals due to right lower back pain, the club said.

Betts apparently was injured while the running the bases. He drew a walk and scored on Freddie Freeman’s two-run double. Betts slowly walked toward the Dodgers’ dugout after scoring.

A further update is expected after the contest.

Betts, 33, is batting just .179 (5-for-28) with two homers and seven RBIs in eight games.

Miguel Rojas replaced Betts at shortstop.

–Field Level Media

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