Dodgers introduce Roki Sasaki, who says Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto didn't influence his decision to join team
Sasaki said he prioritized joining a team that would embrace a Japanese player, but explained that there were other reasons why he ultimately chose the Dodgers.
Roki Sasaki reveals influence of Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the Dodgers move
The Los Angeles Dodgers officially introduced Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki on Wednesday after he signed a minor league contract with a $6.5 million signing bonus. At 23, Sasaki joins a Dodgers squad already stacked with Japanese stars like Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto,
Roki Sasaki explains why he chose the Dodgers, what role Shohei Ohtani played in his decision
The Dodgers introduced right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki to the Los Angeles media on Wednesday, holding a press conference at Dodger Stadium. Just last week, Sasaki agreed to join the Dodgers after an extensive free-agent recruitment process that included multiple meetings with the Toronto Blue Jays and San Diego Padres.
Roki Sasaki's MLB Dream: A New Chapter with the LA Dodgers
Roki Sasaki, a 23-year-old Japanese pitcher, has joined the Los Angeles Dodgers, teaming up with Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. After an impressive career in Japan, his move to MLB was marked by a $6.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto's role in the Dodgers signing Roki Sasaki
Roki Sasaki joins the Dodgers, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto playing a "key" role in bringing the star Japanese pitcher to LA's stacked roster.
Report reveals ‘key’ moment that led Roki Sasaki to Dodgers
One conversation was reportedly "key" to the Los Angeles Dodgers landing 23-year-old Japanese stud Roki Sasaki. The flame-throwing right-hander Sasaki
Yoshinobu Yamamoto Was ‘Instrumental’ To Roki Sasaki Signing With Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been on an unprecedented stretch that dates back to last offseason when they signed Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto to respective record-setting contracts.
Have The Los Angeles Dodgers Become The New "Evil Empire" Of Baseball?
The Dodgers are committed to not being a "one and done" team, as they continue to dominate free agency. But how should the ...
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Roki Sasaki, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, or Kodai Senga? Ex-MLB, NPB slugger names toughest pitcher to face
The 23-year-old joined Kodai Senga and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the train of top Japanese right-handed starting pitchers that have crossed over from the NPB to the MLB over the past few years.
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Dodgers Considered Changing Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s Schedule Before Shoulder Injury
The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Yoshinobu Yamamoto to a record-setting 12-year, $325 million contract last offseason, which represented the longest and richest deal for a pitcher in MLB history.
Ichiro Suzuki becomes first Japanese player to make Hall of Fame. Shohei Ohtani on track to be next
Ichiro Suzuki is set to become the first Japanese player to make it to baseball's Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Dodgers star ...
Los Angeles Dodgers Pitching Staff Could Make Baseball History in 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series in 2024, and they appear set to get even better in 2025. With Shohei Ohtani returning back to the starting rotation ...
Roki Sasaki contract: How MLB rules limit Japanese ace's Dodgers deal, and why he is worth much more
Japanese ace Roki Sasaki made his free-agent decision on Friday, agreeing to join the World Series champion Los Angeles ...
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When it came to recruiting Roki, Dodgers understood the assignment
Roki Sasaki is a Los Angeles Dodger. The 23-year-old Japanese ace finalized his deal with Los Angeles, then was introduced in ...
Dodgers officially welcome Roki Sasaki, plan 'to hit the ground running' with pitcher
Less than a week after announcing he would sign with the Dodgers in one this offseason's major free agency coups, Roki Sasaki ...