Roki Sasaki of the Dodgers struggles in his first game of the season
Adjusting expectations can be key: if you set them low enough, anything that doesn’t lead to outright failure feels like a triumph. Aki Sasaki, who many consider the most gifted pitcher to come from Japan, was anticipated to be vying for the Cy Young by now. Yet, his debut this season on Monday wasn’t significantly […]
Dodgers fall to Guardians despite a strong start from Roki Sasaki
At the start of Monday night, the main discussion surrounding the Dodgers revolved around Aki Sasaki. However, as the game concluded, the focus shifted to the lackluster performance of the offense. In a 4-2 defeat against the Cleveland Guardians at Dodger Stadium, Sasaki surprisingly delivered a strong performance, yielding just one run and walking two […]
Roki Sasaki of the Dodgers plays in his first regular season game against the Guardians.
Last Tuesday, during the Dodgers’ last preseason matchup against the Angels at Dodger Stadium, manager Dave Roberts stepped down from the dugout’s top step, eager to find Aki Sasaki. To anyone watching, it seemed like Sasaki had faced an overwhelming spring training filled with warning signs. His ERA sat at a staggering 15.58, and he […]
The team needs to rebuild pitcher Roki Sasaki.
What initially seemed like a straightforward development project has turned into something far more complicated. Now that Roki Sasaki’s mechanics have been broken down, the Dodgers face the challenge of rebuilding him. How they will approach this, or if it’s even feasible, remains uncertain. Still, the Dodgers managed to outbid 29 other Major League teams […]
Roki Sasaki of the Dodgers is not worried about his spring performance
SURPRISE, Ariz. – Loki Sasaki remains unconcerned about his performance this spring. The 24-year-old pitcher expressed confidence, saying, “If I can pitch all season, I don’t think anyone remembers spring training.” For now, he hopes that holds true. In his latest outing against the Kansas City Royals during the Cactus League, however, his form was […]
Reasons Chase Burns, Roki Sasaki and others may excel with their new pitches
During the “laboratory” phase of fantasy baseball season, the spotlight often shines on starting pitchers who are introducing new or refined pitches. Developing additional pitches can be crucial for enhancing performance, as it opens up new avenues for pitching strategy and keeps batters guessing instead of just focusing on fastballs. However, this venture can backfire. […]
Roki Sasaki experiences varied outcomes in his initial spring training appearance
Dodgers Pitcher Aki Sasaki Struggles in Spring Training Debut SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — So, about Aki Sasaki’s pitching? Well, let’s dive in. At the core of it, his fastball is key. If he can’t consistently locate it, then all the new pitches he’s trying to develop—like that cutter or slider—won’t make much of a difference. This […]
Roki Sasaki expands his repertoire, aims for a secure place in the rotation
Sasaki’s New Slider: Changes and Inspirations PHOENIX — Hyesung Kim didn’t need a translator to sum up Aki Sasaki’s new slider. “Good,” Kim said simply in English. That was enough for the Korean infielder, who swung and missed during live batting practice with Sasaki on Saturday. The atmosphere at Camelback Ranch is charged with excitement. […]
Roki Sasaki is still the biggest uncertainty for the Dodgers.
Dodgers Look to Aki Sasaki as a Rising Star The Dodgers have a good grasp of their core players. There’s Shohei Ohtani, undoubtedly one of the top talents in baseball. Mookie Betts, while perhaps not hitting as well as he once did, still remains a solid shortstop. Then there’s Freddie Freeman, whose reliable swing could […]
Roki Sasaki’s transition from starting pitcher to closer is proving to be very beneficial for the Dodgers.
Dodgers’ Aki Sasaki Shines in Relief Role LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers are witnessing impressive performances from their new Japanese recruit, Aki Sasaki, who has stepped into the closer position amid a shaky bullpen this season. After initially starting the year in the rotation, Sasaki contributed significantly to the Dodgers’ victory in Game 4, the […]