​LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 09: Blake Snell #7 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium on May 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 09: Blake Snell #7 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium on May 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 27: Tyler Glasnow #31 and Blake Snell #7 of the Los Angeles Dodgers look on during the World Series ring ceremony at Dodger Stadium on March 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) GettyBlake Snell is back with the Los Angeles Dodgers!The team’s social media account announced the recent roster news:“The Dodgers activated LHP Blake Snell from the injured list, optioned LHP Charlie Barnes and transferred RHP Blake Treinen to the 60-day injured list.”The Dodgers activated LHP Blake Snell from the injured list, optioned LHP Charlie Barnes and transferred RHP Blake Treinen to the 60-day injured list.— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) August 11, 2026With just about every roster move, there is always some bad news with the good, and the roster casualty this time is Charlie Barnes, who is being demoted to the minors.More MLB on Heavy: Detroit Tigers Announce Kevin McGonigle Decision Before Guardians SeriesDodgers Option Charlie Barnes; Activate Blake SnellGettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 09: Blake Snell #7 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium on May 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)It’s a tough world for Charlie Barnes, who had his contract selected before Monday’s game against the Royals and now heads right back down to the minors.As for Blake Snell, he is making his first start in several months on Tuesday against Kansas City. Snell had been dealing with a loose bodies issue in his elbow, which required surgery, but he’s noted he feels 100%, and is ready to ramp up his progression for the Dodgers in the final 40+ games of the season.It will be Snell’s first start since May 9 against the Atlanta BravesBlake Snell will make his first start for the Dodgers tonight since May 9th pic.twitter.com/DQvTdJKRUI— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) August 11, 2026As for Blake Treinen, he heads to the 60-day IL, and his return this season could be in jeopardy.More MLB on Heavy: St. Louis Cardinals Announce Another Jordan Walker Change Ahead of Phillies GameTaking a Look At Blake Snell with the DodgersGettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 27: Tyler Glasnow #31 and Blake Snell #7 of the Los Angeles Dodgers look on during the World Series ring ceremony at Dodger Stadium on March 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)Blake Snell signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers before the 2025 season, and while