Dodgers rookie Andrew Toles passed a Wednesday evening test of his sore left wrist during batting practice, and will start in Game 1 against Nationals ace Max Scherzer, Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts said. Toles has taken only two at-bats since Sept. 28 as the team gave him time to rest his wrist. With Toles in the lineup, veteran Howie Kendrick is bound for the bench, at least for the first game. Kendrick is still likely to start against left-hander Gio Gonzalez later this series. The Dodgers have been pleased with utility infielder Charlie Culberson’s at-bats against left-handed pitchers, which means Culberson could also start at second.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 06, 2016 20:03 UTC