India, Aug. 5 -- The Los Angeles Dodgers face the Chicago Cubs in the series finale on Wednesday, looking to avoid a three-game sweep after dropping the first two contests.

However, ahead of the matchup, the team received a disappointing update from its camp.

According to ESPN, Dalton Rushing, who was placed on the injured list Monday with what was initially described as a mild elbow strain, has been diagnosed with a partial tear of the UCL in his right elbow.

Manager Dave Roberts revealed that Rushing will not resume throwing for several weeks, although the organization remains optimistic that surgery can be avoided.

"Don't know what that looks like for the rest of the season and throughout the postseason," Roberts said during a Tues...