May, who had not pitched in a game since May 2023, returns from a second elbow surgery and emergency surgery for a torn esophagus with one inning in a Cactus League game on Sunday.

Dustin May drew the loudest first inning applause by the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday. May only threw heat in that solo inning. But one spring training pitch became enough to receive a warm, long-awaited embrace in the 8-3 win over the San Diego Padres.

May’s fastball sat 94 to 95 mph Sunday and still has late life. He’s tinkered with his slider this spring training, finding a shape that keeps its wicked horizontal movement while adding some depth. “It’s still pretty electric and pretty unbelievable what comes out of that arm,

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an embarrassment of riches when it comes to their pitching staff, and that's without considering the potential return of Dustin May. While he may not be considered a lock for a spot in the starting rotation currently, May has taken another step toward returning from a lengthy injury layoff for the Dodgers.

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