LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Dodgers today reinstated right-handed pitcher Sergio Romo from the 10-day disabled list and optioned right-handed pitcher Josh Fields to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
Romo, who missed nine games due to a left ankle sprain, last pitched on Friday with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga allowing one run on three hits in 2.0 innings. In two rehab appearances with the Quakes, he allowed one run in 3.0 innings (3.00 ERA), while striking out two without issuing a walk. In 24 relief appearances with the Dodgers this season, he has gone 1-1 with a 6.41 ERA (14 ER/19.2 IP) and has struck out 23 batters against nine walks, while holding batters to a .240 average.
Fields last pitched in yesterday's contest against the Reds, allowing a season-high three runs on two hits in 0.2 innings of relief. In 27 games this season, he has gone 3-0 with one save and has posted a 3.00 ERA (9 ER/27.0 IP), while striking out 32 batters against eight walks.