Mookie Betts faces uncertainty ahead of Dodgers home opener due to illness

Mookie Betts' availability for the Los Angeles Dodgers' upcoming home opener is uncertain due to an undiagnosed stomach illness that has caused significant weight loss, dropping him from 175 to 157 pounds. Despite feeling physically strong otherwise, Betts has struggled to keep solid food down, leading to persistent nausea and vomiting, which has left him 'scared to eat.' He was slated to play in a recent exhibition game against the Angels but was scratched just before the game due to his ongoing symptoms. Medical tests have returned normal results, prompting team doctors to prescribe new medication to alleviate his stomach issues. Betts expressed frustration at his condition, emphasizing his desire to return to the field, while the Dodgers remain cautious about his recovery. His status for the home opener against the Tigers on Thursday is still in question, as further evaluations are planned in the coming days.