The Dodgers star went 1-for-2 with a walk and single for Oklahoma City on Star Wars Night, wearing a Boba Fett-themed jersey in what is expected to be his final rehab start.
Manager Dave Roberts said the assignment was meant to restore Betts' timing, defensive endurance and running after an oblique strain, with Los Angeles planning to ease him back rather than play him daily immediately.
Betts could return as soon as Sunday against Atlanta, giving the NL West-leading Dodgers a boost as they pursue a third straight World Series title despite losing six of their last 10 games.
With Betts hitting just .179 pre-injury, is his return the guaranteed spark the Dodgers need or a disruption to their winning chemistry?
Beyond one record crowd, how do MLB teams and minor league cities fully capitalize on the business of a superstar's rehab stint?
Rehab assignments are now standard for stars. Does this system build stronger players or just create a more cautious, prolonged recovery process?