Mookie Betts Was Away From Dodgers Due to Family Member's Death, Says Dave Roberts
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Mookie Betts missed the series opener against the Boston Red Sox due to a family member's death, with the team management confirming the personal nature of his absence. He was in Nashville and is expected to arrive around the first pitch of Saturday's game. Manager Dave Roberts indicated there is a possibility for Betts to be available for pinch hitting in Saturday's game, with a decision postponement until his arrival at Fenway Park.
Mookie Betts missed Friday's series opener against the Boston Red Sox due to a family member's death, and is expected to arrive around first pitch for Saturday's game.
Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the reason for Betts's absence was related to a death in his family while he was in Nashville for personal reasons.
Roberts stated that Betts might be available for pinch-hitting duties in Saturday's game, but this decision would be made once he arrives at Fenway Park.
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