Dodgers Recall Jack Little, Option Noah Davis After 10-Run Reliever Collapse

The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled right-handed pitcher Jack Little from Triple-A Oklahoma City and optioned Noah Davis to the minors following a historically poor outing by Davis, who allowed 10 runs in the sixth inning against the Houston Astros. Davis's 10-run inning tied a Dodgers record for most runs allowed by a reliever in a single frame and ballooned his ERA to 19.50 in six innings at the major league level this season. Little, who made his MLB debut in June and has a 3.60 ERA with 10 saves in the minors this year, is expected to return to a middle relief role for the Dodgers. The recall of Little was facilitated by his 15-day stint in the minors, allowing the Dodgers to make the roster move without another corresponding option. While Little's stay may be brief due to potential rotation adjustments, the Dodgers have reached the limit on optioning Davis and would need to place him on waivers for further moves. The move comes after an 18-1 loss to Houston, as the Dodgers aim to stabilize their bullpen and rebound in the series.