Jan 20, 2025 · They wanted Roki Sasaki. Everyone wanted Roki Sasaki -- he's a 23-year-old ace entering the Majors on a rookie contract. But the Padres really wanted Roki Sasaki. There's an argument that no team needed him more, considering the state of their contention window and their rotation, both in the short- and long-term.

Jan 17, 2025 · The Padres offseason plans took a major hit when prized, free agent Roki Sasaki chose to sign with the Dodgers.

Nov 21, 2024 · Why the Padres are favorites to sign Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki and how his presence could be the final piece to a World Series title.

Dec 2, 2024 · The San Diego Padres have made a historic move by signing Japanese pitching sensation Rōki Sasaki to a five-year contract worth $100 million. The announcement sent shockwaves through the baseball world, cementing the Padres’ commitment to building a championship-caliber team.

May 7, 2024 · One MLB executive believes the San Diego Padres could land Japanese sensation Roki Sasaki, a potential free agent.

Jan 13, 2025 · The Athletic's veteran trio of Dennis Lin, Will Sammon, and Ken Rosenthal reported that the 23-year-old had another meeting with the Padres in San Diego over the weekend, after his additional...

Dec 9, 2024 · Padres manager Mike Shildt made a bold statement about his team's belief that San Diego will be signing Japanese ace Roki Sasaki.

Jan 18, 2025 · The San Diego Padres were willing to offer Sasaki more than $10 million before he signed with the Dodgers for a reported signing bonus of $6.5 million, according to The Athletic's Fabian...

Jan 13, 2025 · It is getting close to announcement time for Roki Sasaki, and the chances the Padres will have him in their starting rotation in 2025 appear as strong as ever. The Japanese pitching star met...

Dec 9, 2024 · Japanese superstar pitcher Rōki Sasaki, just 23 years old and possessing a 102-mile-per-hour fastball, is coming to MLB in 2025. He was officially posted on Monday, and now has until Jan. 23 to...