Jan 29, 2025 · Rōki Sasaki, SP, Chiba Lotte Marines of Nippon Professional Baseball (23) — signed with Dodgers. Sasaki, who has been one of the most intriguing arms in Japan dating back to his high school...

Dec 26, 2024 · However, one name got just as much buzz during the meetings despite Soto settling for a massive 15-year $765 million. That name was 23-year-old Japanese phenom Rōki Sasaki, who the Chiba Lotte Marines officially posted on December 9th, 2024.

Oct 31, 2024 · Adding Japanese phenom Rōki Sasaki and top relief pitchers Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates to an already impressive offseason haul gives the Dodgers a roster without an identifiable weakness.

Nov 25, 2024 · In New York, Sasaki would be battling not only Yankees superstar Aaron Judge -- and possibly Juan Soto, pending his free agent decision -- but also the crosstown rival Mets and their superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor for the spotlight.

Jan 28, 2025 · The Rōki Sasaki Dodgers signing brought a new star from Japan to MLB. Sasaki, with his fast pitching, has impressed everyone in Japan. Now, he's ready to make the Dodgers stronger and more exciting to watch. ... Juan Soto signing a massive $765 million contract with the New York Mets is huge news. His baseball cards are set to become much more ...

Jan 17, 2025 · Even with Soto no longer available, there are plenty of other top-tier free agents, including Japanese pitcher Rōki Sasaki and slugging first baseman Pete Alonso.

Jan 18, 2025 · For perspective, Juan Soto is an 80-grade hitter; Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani have 80-grade power. "It might be the best secondary pitch in the world," an executive told Gonzalez about...

Jan 17, 2025 · Japanese star Roki Sasaki signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, he announced on Instagram. The 23-year-old right-hander with a sizzling fastball and deadly splitter joins Samurai Japan teammates Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto with the World Series champion Dodgers.

Nov 11, 2024 · So, while All-Star right fielder Juan Soto is seeking $700 million on the free-agent market, and Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes is looking to top at least $200 million, Sasaki can be had for the...

Dec 11, 2024 · DALLAS — With Juan Soto off the board, Rōki Sasaki becomes one of the most coveted free agents on the market. The Japanese ace was officially posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines on Dec. 9,...