NEW YORK (AP) — Prized Japanese free agent Roki Sasaki may visit one or two teams before deciding which club he wants to sign with. Sasaki’s agent, Joel Wolfe, said Monday that 20 Major League Baseball clubs submitted information to the 23-year-old right-hander, who listened this month to presentations along with his team of supporters at ...

Apr 19, 2025 · Sasaki topped out at 94.1 mph in that first inning and 95.5 mph in the second. His hardest-thrown pitch of the third, an elevated fastball over the plate at 94.5 mph, was laced into the seats for ...

Jan 18, 2025 · As far back as January, 2024, Japan’s pitching phenomenon, 23-year-old Roki Sasaki, stated that he had “the desire to play in the U.S. Major Leagues in the future,” and that his Japanese...

Nov 13, 2024 · Despite rumors to the contrary, representatives for pitcher Roki Sasaki are reportedly telling major league teams that his destination hasn't been decided.

Jan 22, 2025 · Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki has agreed to sign with the Dodgers, he announced in a post on Instagram on Friday afternoon. The club sent out a release confirming the signing on Wednesday, with an introductory press conference set for 3 p.m. PT.

Jan 17, 2025 · The wait is over for one of the biggest prizes of the 2025 MLB offseason, as Roki Sasaki has agreed to a deal with the Dodgers, he announced on Instagram. Sasaki was considered the top remaining...

Jan 15, 2025 · Where Roki Sasaki is leaning might be indicated simply by observing his demeanor. The 23-year-old Japanese right hander, who has produced great interest around the league as a potential...

Roki Sasaki can sign with Major League Baseball teams during a nine-day window starting Wednesday, an unusual free agency that caused a domino effect among Latin American teenagers whose unofficial agreements are on hold pending his decision.

Jan 13, 2025 · Roki Sasaki, one of the most coveted available pitchers of the offseason, has narrowed his list of preferred destinations. ESPN reports that Sasaki has narrowed his suitors to the Los Angeles...

Jan 12, 2025 · The San Diego Padres are reportedly emerging as a favorite among MLB executives in the sweepstakes for Roki Sasaki.