Stone, 25, has not appeared in a game since August 31. In 25 starts prior to his deactivation, he amassed a 3.53 ERA (111 ERA+) and a 3.14 strikeout-to-walk ratio. His contributions have been worth an estimated 1.8 Wins Above Replacement, according to Baseball Reference's calculations.

Dominating them does not exactly portend future postseason success.Still, what Landon Knack did at loanDepot Park, in the Dodgers’ 8-4 win over their middling hosts, was impressive.Especially for a rookie pitcher auditioning for the Dodgers' potential postseason rotation.

Stone still has pain in his shoulder and has not been able to start a throwing program since going on the injured list after his Aug. 31 start in Arizona.