Manager Dave Roberts said Ethier (back) is dealing with a "neck thing" but is still expected to rejoin the Dodgers on Friday in San Diego, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

This issue explains why Ethier hasn't played in the past few days. He's still on track to rejoin the Dodgers once rosters expand after making 10 rehab appearances across three minor-league affiliates, going to 7-for-32 ( .219) with six RBI over that span. Ethier's role once he returns remains up in the air with the Dodgers recent acquisition of Curtis Granderson.