Kickham spent nearly the entire 2021 season at Triple-A Oklahoma City, but did make one relief appearance for the Dodgers back in early May, allowing three runs over a pair of innings. The 32-year-old lefty should be able to land a minor-league deal this offseason.

Kickham gets the boot after allowing three runs over two innings in his lone appearance with the Dodgers on Sunday. The Dodgers have claimed Phil Bickford to take his spot on the 40-man roster.

The 32-year-old held a 7.71 ERA and 1.86 WHIP over 14 innings in 2020 with 17 strikeouts. Kickham with take the place Dustin May (arm) on the Dodgers roster. Corey Knebel was transferred to the 60-day injured to make room for the left-hander.

Kickham opened Cactus League play for the Dodgers with the two scoreless frames. After walking Elvis Andrus in the first inning, Andrus was thrown out attempting to steal second as Kickham struck out Pinder to end the frame with the double-play. He made his MLB debut with six appearances for the Red Sox in 2020, posting a 7.71 ERA in 14 innings. Kickham figures to be organizational depth at relief pitcher for Los Angeles and likely won't make an impact in fantasy leagues his year.