Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell experienced a distressing situation prior to his home opener start. Snell reported that his home in the Seattle area was broken into just before he took the field at Dodger Stadium.
Snell released a statement acknowledging the burglary. Details are limited as law enforcement investigates the incident. The timing of the break-in adds a layer of complexity to Snell's first home start as a Dodger.
'It's definitely not ideal to have something like this happen before a big game,' a source close to Snell stated. 'Blake is a professional and focused on his job, but this is understandably concerning for him and his family.'
The Dodgers organization has offered its support to Snell as authorities conduct their investigation. Further details will be released as they become available.
Dodgers' Blake Snell Reports Home Burglary Before Home Opener Start
Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell revealed that his home in the Seattle area was burglarized shortly before his highly anticipated start in the Los Angeles Dodgers' home opener. Snell released a statement confirming the incident, which occurred just hours before he took the mound. Law enforcement is investigating the burglary. The incident adds an unfortunate layer to Snell's Dodgers debut.