CLEVELAND — The Los Angeles Dodgers positioned designated hitter J.D. Martinez on the injured checklist Tuesday with groin tightness.

The crew made the transfer with the All-Star hitter earlier than opening a three-game collection in opposition to the Guardians.

To fill the roster spot, the NL West-leading Dodgers recalled infielder Michael Busch from Triple-A Oklahoma City.

The 36-year-old Martinez hasn’t performed since Saturday. He just lately underwent an MRI and an epidural injection whereas being slowed by hamstring tightness and a decrease again challenge.

Martinez is batting .256 with 25 homers and 78 RBIs in 92 video games. But he’s been struggling for the reason that All-Star break. He hit his three hundredth profession house run in June.

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