The Los Angeles Dodgers will be without the services of closer Takashi Saito for about six weeks, reports the Associated Press.

Saito has a sprained elbow ligament in his throwing arm and will take a trip to the 15-day disabled list.

The relief pitcher has converted 17 out of 20 save opportunities.

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