Tanner Scott was put on the injured list with elbow inflammation, preserving hope that his season might not be over.

Scott had an MRI on his elbow Tuesday, with results that were “better than expected.” He is hopeful of returning, but the Dodgers are short on high-leverage relievers as the trade deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed left-handed reliever Tanner Scott on the 15-day injured list with left elbow inflammation, yet another blow to an ailing bullpen.