Dodgers' Scott Kazmir: Will not start season in majors

Kazmir (hip) is not likely to open the season with the Dodgers, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Analysis:

Per the report, manager Dave Roberts "said it 'doesn't make sense' for (Scott) Kazmir to break camp in the rotation. He'll need time in rehab setting to get right." Kazmir's velocity has been down too far from his regular level, which necessitates the aforementioned rehab time. Based on the news, it seems likely that the 33-year-old will open the season with Triple-A Oklahoma City before making his official Dodgers debut once he's back to normal.