The Los Angeles Dodgers announce bad news for former Blue Jays Kevin Kiermaier heading into the World Series

Kiermaier was traded to the Dodgers by the Blue Jays at the trade deadline as they hoped to give him once last shot at winning a World Series before he retired at the end of the season and he is getting that chance despite not being on the roster.

The former Blue Jays outfielder has left off the Dodgers roster for their series against the Padres in the National League Division Series but found himself a roster spot during the National League Championship Series against the New York Mets. Many thought he might have a chance at a roster spot in the World Series due to being on the roster against the Mets but it looks like that won't be happening unless an injury take splace.

While Kiermaier will likely never get to play again, he still has a chance of retiring with a World Series ring if the Dodgers can beat the Yankees in this best of 7 series.

It is hard to point out who has the advantage heading into this series as both teams are loaded with superstar talent and seem pretty even in all aspects, from pitching to hitting.

Source: Sportsnet
Phillips, Kiermaier left off Dodgers roster for World Series