There's one big problem, however. He was not on the 40-man roster on Sept. 1, which is the eligibility cutoff for the postseason. The Dodgers can still legally get De Paula on a postseason roster, but will need to petition the commissioner's office.

Top prospect Josue De Paula's first stint with the Dodgers is over after an impressive 11-game sample. But he could very well be back with the big league club when the calendar flips to October.​

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a difficult decision to make regarding the postseason roster.

Heyward, a five-time Gold Glove outfielder, first met De Paula in spring training in 2024, when the prospect jumped in on outfield drills with the major leaguers. In Heyward's new role, he's made multiple trips to Tulsa, Okla., to work with De Paula and the rest of the group there.

Discover how Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Josue De Paula impressed in his debut, showing potential for a bright future.

Josue De Paula's first week with the Los Angeles Dodgers has been impressive. Batting ninth as the designated hitter, he went 2 for 3 with two runs and an RBI in his Dodger Stadium debut Friday night,

Entering the final week of the regular season, the Dodgers more or less know their postseason fate. They’ve locked up the National League West. They are a seemingly safe four games clear of the Atlanta Braves for a first-round bye.