Roki Sasaki season is here, plus Scott Boras’ big test
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What to Expect From Japanese Pitcher Roki Sasaki in MLB
The 23-year-old will become one of baseball's top free agents when he's posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines. But what will he bring to the table as a big leaguer?
Watch out MLB! Keep an eye out for Roki Sasaki
As all the attention in baseball is focused on Juan Soto, Scott Boras, and his free agency, there is another that should draw attention as well. That is Japanese righty Roki Sasaki. The 23-year-old really flashed in the World Baseball Classic a couple of years ago.
Here's the scouting report on Roki Sasaki
Roki Sasaki burst onto the scene in Japan as a 19-year-old in 2021, posting a 1.84 ERA over 16 starts. He bounded onto the world stage when he joined a star-studded Japanese rotation that included Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
Philadelphia Phillies Have Reportedly Scouted Japanese Phenom Roki Sasaki
Another interesting element just got added to the mix for the Philadelphia Phillies this offseason. Not only could this cycle bring some roster changes that alt
It sure sounds like Roki Sasaki isn't destined for Dodgers after all
After initial reports connected highly anticipated rookie ace Roki Sasaki to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the latest buzz suggests that LA isn't even a frontrunner.
Will Braves get involved in the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes?
Japanese superstars have been a driving force in MLB free agency in recent years, most notably when Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto joined the Dodgers last winter, whose combined contracts totaled north of $1 billion.
Don’t expect Roki Sasaki to sign any time soon
His NPB team, the Chiba Lotte Marines, announced this past Saturday they’d be posting him but we don’t know exactly when that’s going to happen. Once that occurs, there will
Japanese star pitcher Roki Sasaki to be made available to MLB teams with Mets, Yankees interested
Roki Sasaki, the “Monster of the Reiwa Era,” will get his wish to pitch in the majors next season. The Chiba Lotte Marines of ...
Why is Roki Sasaki such a big deal? Let’s dive in.
It’s Roki Sasaki season. Since news broke that the 23-year-old Japanese phenom is jumping stateside this winter, Sasaki has ...
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Who Is Roki Sasaki, and Could He Be the Rangers’ Next Ace?
“Breaking: Star Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki to be posted, will sign with MLB club for ... the biggest blip on the radar ...
Roki Sasaki’s contract situation, signing process and suitors, explained
How much will it cost for a team to sign Sasaki? Why is he leaving Japan now? We answer these questions and more.
Cubs dream Opening Day rotation after free agency: Roki Sasaki would make Chicago's dreams come true
While their rotation was good, it has the potential to be great. There are a few free agents available this winter that could ...
Why SF Giants will be able to afford top Japanese pitching phenom Roki Sasaki
This past Saturday, the Chiba Lotte Marines announced that they will begin the process of posting 23-year-old right-hander ...
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This past Saturday, the Chiba Lotte Marines announced that they will begin the process of posting 23-year-old right-hander ...
Could Texas Rangers land Roki Sasaki? Chris Young’s vision can’t be overlooked
Flame-throwing right-hander Roki Sasaki, dubbed “The Monster of the Reiwa Era,” is coming to the US. Could the Texas Rangers ...
Roki Sasaki to be posted to MLB: 23-year-old Japanese ace will hit market through international free agency
Roki Sasaki, the young Japanese pitcher considered one of the best in the world, will finally be posted to MLB, his NPB team, ...