Mookie Betts' Opening Day Status Uncertain Due to Illness

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts is grappling with a severe illness that has resulted in significant weight loss and forced him to miss the beginning of the season. Betts, who has lost around 15 to 20 pounds and has been unable to keep solid food down for over two weeks, expressed frustration about his condition, stating, "I just want to play. I'm tired of sitting, tired of just throwing up." Despite feeling physically well otherwise and passing routine tests, he remains uncertain about his availability for the Dodgers’ opening day game against the Detroit Tigers. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that the team is taking Betts' recovery day by day, and his status for the game is still up in the air. Betts has made it clear he is willing to return even at a lower weight, but concerns about his health loom large. The situation remains precarious as the Dodgers prepare for their season opener.