Roki Sasaki
Roki Sasaki is a highly touted young Japanese baseball pitcher currently playing for the Chiba Lotte Marines in the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Known for his extraordinary fastball and striking pitching mechanics, Sasaki has drawn comparisons to some of the game's greats. He gained international fame for his remarkable 2022 season, which included a perfect game, showcasing his potential to become a future star in baseball.
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Roki Sasaki had uneven results as a starter, posting a 4.72 ERA with 22 walks in 34.1 innings.
MLB trade rumors: Los Angeles Dodgers predicted to add $53 million Cincinnati Reds star to bolster rotation; Roki Sasaki key trade asset? | MLB News
India· 2026-02-14
Roki Sasaki is viewed as the main return in a proposed trade between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants.
MLB trade rumors: Los Angeles Dodgers linked to $90 million San Francisco Giants Ace to bolster rotation; Roki Sasaki key trade asset? | MLB NewsIndia· 2026-02-13
Roki Sasaki recorded critical outs during the World Series.
Coveted Japanese ace pitcher wants to beat Dodgers, not join them
United States· 2025-11-26
Roki Sasaki’s minor league signing bonus was included in the Dodgers' spending for their two World Series title teams.
After the $500-million Dodgers’ World Series repeat, MLB looks to the future
Canada· 2025-11-04
Roki Sasaki is a closer for the Dodgers and part of their key lineup from Japan.
Yamamoto wasn’t supposed to pitch in Game 7. And then he won the World SeriesCanada· 2025-11-02
Roki Sasaki was another player the Blue Jays tried to sign before he joined the Dodgers.
LA Dodgers retain World Series after thrilling Game 7 win over Toronto Blue Jays | World Series
United Kingdom· 2025-11-02
Roki Sasaki pitched effectively but hit a batter leading off the ninth.
LA force World Series decider
Taiwan· 2025-11-02
Roki Sasaki, the Dodgers’ closer, hit Toronto’s leadoff batter, Alejandro Kirk.
Live updates: Toronto Blue Jays take on L.A. Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series tonightCanada· 2025-11-01
In Game 6, it was Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Mookie Betts and Roki Sasaki who provided the big moments to force a seventh game.
The 2025 World Series comes down to a gut-wrenching, nerve-wracking, stomach-churning experience that is a Game 7United States· 2025-11-01
Roki Sasaki faced difficulties during the game, leading to a change in pitching plans.
¿Quiénes abrirán hoy por Dodgers y Toronto?
Dominican Republic· 2025-11-01
Roki Sasaki, the Dodgers’ closer, hit Toronto’s leadoff batter, Alejandro Kirk.
How a wedged ball thwarted a Game 6 Blue Jays comebackCanada· 2025-11-01
Roki Sasaki was out for his second inning of work during the game.
Heading into Game 7, the Blue Jays allow the Dodgers to regain their mojoCanada· 2025-11-01
Rōki Sasaki was the Dodgers' closer who re-entered the game in a critical moment.
LA Dodgers hold on in Toronto to force winner-take-all Game 7 in World Series | World SeriesUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-01Roki Sasaki pitched to Alejandro Kirk during the game.
MLB World Series Game 6: LA Dodgers beat Toronto Blue Jays to force deciderUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-01Roki Sasaki escaped a jam with two runners on base.
Los Dodgers fuerzan un decisivo Juego 7 en la Serie Mundial al vencer a los Blue Jays 3-1Dominican Republic· 2025-11-01
Roki Sasaki became the Dodgers' luxury closer after recovering from an injury, showcasing his impressive fastball.
Serie Mundial pondrá frente a frente a la mejor ofensiva de la temporada ante una defensa inquebrantable
Costa Rica· 2025-10-24Roki Sasaki pitched the ninth.
Ohtani stars as Dodgers sweep Brewers to reach World SeriesCanada· 2025-10-18
Roki Sasaki bagged the final three outs for the Dodgers.
Dodgers move within one win of finals berthTaiwan· 2025-10-18
Roki Sasaki is a prominent Japanese baseball player known for his impressive skills on the field.
佐々木朗希が封印した球種 復帰後の好調を支える理由と一抹の不安：朝日新聞
Japan· 2025-10-18Roki Sasaki handled the ninth inning without allowing runs and secured the save for the Dodgers.
Los Dodgers están a un paso de la Serie Mundial
Venezuela· 2025-10-17
Roki Sasaki is mentioned in the context of overcoming anxiety and experiencing a change in perspective.
不安一掃の佐々木朗希、見える景色の変化とは 大谷翔平が果たす大役 [大谷翔平]：朝日新聞Japan· 2025-10-17
Roki Sasaki became the first pitcher since saves became an official statistic in 1969 to earn each of his first three career saves in the post-season.
Dodgers beat Brewers to take 3-0 NLCS leadCanada· 2025-10-17
Roki Sasaki surrendered a run and loaded the bases in the ninth inning.
Dodgers edge Brewers in Game 1Taiwan· 2025-10-15
Roki Sasaki pitched in the ninth inning after Blake Snell's impressive performance.
Snell y Freeman conducen Dodgers a vencer a los Cerveceros en Serie de CampeonatoDominican Republic· 2025-10-14
The Brewers will be getting their first look at Dodgers rookie pitcher Roki Sasaki, who was injured for both of Los Angeles’ regular-season series with Milwaukee.
Brewers embrace underdog status before NLCS matchup with DodgersCanada· 2025-10-13
Roki Sasaki is celebrated in the article.
佐々木朗希に乾杯！ ドジャースがサヨナラ勝ちで地区シリーズ突破 [大谷翔平]：朝日新聞Japan· 2025-10-10Roki Sasaki came in to grab the final out of the game.
Dodgers hold off Phillies rallyTaiwan· 2025-10-08
Roki Sasaki worked the ninth for his first save.
Teoscar Hernández decide con jonrón triunfo de Dodgers en juego 1 sobre FilisDominican Republic· 2025-10-05
Roki Sasaki achieved a save in the game.
ドジャースが逆転勝利 大谷翔平が勝利投手、佐々木朗希はセーブ達成 [大谷翔平]：朝日新聞Japan· 2025-10-05Roki Sasaki pitched the ninth inning, striking out two batters.
Yamamoto shines as Dodgers sweep Reds to reach NL Division SeriesCanada· 2025-10-02
