Roki Sasaki and Tanner Scott appear to be the key bullpen supports for the Dodgers in the playoffs.
SAN FRANCISCO – What unfolded on Friday night was quite impressive, especially when looking at the lineup on paper. Roki Sasaki took the mound in the eighth inning, followed by Tanner Scott finishing things up in the ninth. Manager Dave Roberts pointed out that their usage in this order may not be set in stone […]
Roki Sasaki returns to the Dodgers’ bullpen and is accepting it
The original plan for Roki Sasaki was to pitch an inning or two as the opener. However, Sasaki had different thoughts. “I stated that I wanted to pitch from the bullpen,” he mentioned in Japanese. Since he will be serving as a reliever in the playoffs, Sasaki decided he should get accustomed to that role […]
Roki Sasaki of the Dodgers showcases his complete ability with a 100 mph fastball
NEW YORK — Dave Roberts wasn’t too keen on storytelling. Nevertheless, time was clearly running out for Aki Sasaki. Blake Snell is set to start his rehab assignment with the Dodgers this weekend, which means a decision about the rotation has to be made soon. With Snell’s return on the horizon, it seemed likely that […]
Dodgers Post podcast: Roki Sasaki’s ups and downs in the first half
Dodgers: Focus on Players Amid Division Lead The Dodgers might be entering a somewhat uneventful second half of the season, with their top position in the division and a playoff spot essentially locked in. However, individual players still have plenty to demonstrate as they prepare for October. This topic was discussed by California Post baseball […]
Roki Sasaki and Mookie Betts lead the Dodgers to a series victory against the Rockies
The Dodgers, currently leading their division, might find themselves in a situation where the remaining regular season games lack significance. Nonetheless, it would be pretty embarrassing to lose a series to the last-place Rockies, which is something they should avoid, regardless of how the standings look. On Wednesday, they managed to do just that, securing […]
Issues for Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki extend beyond potential pitch-tipping
There’s potential in him. He showed me glimpses of it. Somewhere in Roki Sasaki’s heart, he’s got what it takes to be a top starter. Yet, it’s clear he struggles to harness that talent effectively. He mentioned he’s getting more comfortable with his delivery mechanics, which used to come naturally. But he still seems a […]
Dodgers rally after Roki Sasaki’s collapse to win against Padres
Dodgers Rally to Thrilling Comeback Against Padres During a lively night at Dodger Stadium themed around “One Piece,” Aki Sasaki faced an unexpected disaster on the mound. Incredibly, the Dodgers managed to flip the script and recover after a disastrous beginning. Sasaki, struggling profoundly, dug the team into a six-run deficit in a nightmarish first […]
A single game mistake? Or has Roki Sasaki of the Dodgers lost his touch?
SAN DIEGO – Dodgers’ Concerns About Tarik Skubal Persist The Dodgers find themselves still needing to consider their chances with Tarik Skubal. Manager Dave Roberts attempted to downplay Friday night’s events, but the unpredictability surrounding Aki Sasaki remains concerning. This came into sharper focus following a 7-1 defeat to the San Diego Padres at Petco […]
Walker Buehler outperforms Roki Sasaki as Padres defeat Dodgers
SAN DIEGO — The Dodgers faced off against a pitching prodigy on Friday night at Petco Park, and it was quite the showdown. Walker Buehler stood out as the former ace. Aki Sasaki, on the other hand, is currently struggling. In a significant 7-1 victory for the Padres, the contrast between the two pitchers was […]
Roki Sasaki emerging as a starting playoff choice for the Dodgers
Dodgers’ Aki Sasaki: A Growing Option for Postseason Play Picture this: it’s October, playoff time. On the mound, it’s Aki Sasaki—starting, not just coming in as a reliever. What once seemed like a distant dream is now taking shape as a tangible possibility. Of course, this doesn’t mean he’s secured a spot in the Dodgers’ […]