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The Dodgers got the band back together in the final week of the regular season, with Shohei Ohtani, Andy Pages, and Roki Sasaki all getting activated from the injured list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 27

Dodgers Notes: Pitcher Suffers Season-Ending Injury, Shohei Ohtani Must Improve, Roki Sasaki the Closer?

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants, 4-3, on Saturday afternoon and improved to 99-62 on the year. Blake Snell allowed one earned run and struck out three across four innings and 77 pitches.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 26

Roki Sasaki Had 2-Word Response to Moving to Bullpen for Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki has been an effective relief pitcher during his time in MLB, but both he and the team's vision has always been to have him in the starting rotation.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 23

Roki Sasaki Unlikely To Be Dodgers Closer In Postseason

Roki Sasaki became the Los Angeles Dodgers’ closer during the 2025 postseason because of a severe lack of options, but it fortunately worked out in their favor by the end.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 22

Dodgers bolster roster, return CF Andy Pages, RHP Roki Sasaki from IL

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated a pair of key contributors in advance of a marquee series against the San Diego Padres, bringing back center fielder Andy Pages and right-hander Roki Sasaki from the injured list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 21

Roki Sasaki Moving To Bullpen Role For Remainder Of 2026 Season

Roki Sasaki is among the players expected to rejoin the Los Angeles Dodgers this week as they inch closer to full strength ahead of the postseason. The right-hander has been on the 15-day injured list since Aug.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / September 21

Dodgers have familiar Roki Sasaki spot for postseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers hoped to keep Sasaki stretched out as rotation depth as the postseason approaches. Instead, the Dodgers will begin their playoff plans for Sasaki as soon as he is activated from the Injured List.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / September 20

Dave Roberts Still Undecided on Roki Sasaki’s Role After Confirming Return Date

Roki Sasaki is set to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers during their upcoming series against the San Diego Padres, but his role has not been determined.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 19

Roki Sasaki Returning From Injured List To Make Start, But Set Role Unclear

With just over one week remaining in the regular season, the Los Angeles Dodgers expect to soon activate Roki Sasaki off the 15-day injured list. After some initial uncertainty in terms of Sasaki’s, manager Dave Roberts indicated the right-hander will make a start upon returning.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 19

What Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expects from Blake Snell, Roki Sasaki before the regular season ends

The Dodgers have roughly a week and a half left to figure out their postseason rotation, and Dave Roberts laid out the plan for two arms that will shape it.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 17

Roki Sasaki Watch Takes Another Turn for Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki has been sidelined for the last three weeks due to a lingering blister. After dealing with the blister during a late-August start, Sasaki was removed from the game and later added to the injured list.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Dave Roberts Makes Final Decision on Roki Sasaki Ahead of Return From Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers will get Roki Sasaki back in their starting rotation next week, manager Dave Roberts confirmed. Roberts said Sasaki will return as a starting pitcher when he is activated from the injured list, ending any uncertainty about whether the Dodgers would use him in a shorter bullpen role down the stretch.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 16

Roki Sasaki presents good playoff problem for Dave Roberts’ Dodgers

After being pulled from the Los Angeles Dodgers’ rotation after suffering a blister on his throwing hand, Roki Sasaki has been working his way back to full strength.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 16

Dodgers star Roki Sasaki’s ‘last check mark’ revealed amid injury recovery

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently in the stretch run of the regular season as they prepare for the MLB playoffs, which are set to get underway in a couple of weeks.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15

Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki plan ahead of postseason remains uncertain

The Los Angeles Dodgers are preparing for the MLB postseason. Roki Sasaki has been recovering from a blister on his right middle finger. While he has been trending in the right direction, will Sasaki be ready for the postseason?

Los Angeles Dodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 15

'Not a Guy Who’s Ready or Mechanically Sound': MLB Insider Gives Reality Check on Edwin Díaz Return to Dodgers

The Dodgers spent $69 million to make Edwin Díaz the answer to a problem they thought they had already solved. After relying on Roki Sasaki to close games during the 2025 playoffs, Los Angeles went out and bought a proven closer.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14

Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki gets encouraging injury recovery from Dave Roberts

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki took an encouraging step Monday in his recovery from a right middle-finger blister, throwing a bullpen session ahead of the club’s four-game road series against the Cincinnati Reds beginning Monday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 12

Dodgers Updates: Roki Sasaki’s Potential Return, Edwin Díaz’s Rehab Assignment Extended

Days before the Los Angeles Dodgers began their road trip, manager Dave Roberts suggested Edwin Díaz was a candidate to return for the series finale against the Miami Marlins but Roki Sasaki would likely not come off the 15-day injured list until the team’s next homestand.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Dave Roberts Shares the Plan for Roki Sasaki Following 7th Straight Win

Roki Sasaki is getting closer to a return, and the Los Angeles Dodgers already have a plan for how he will rejoin the team. Following Wednesday’s 14-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sasaki could return at the end of the team’s upcoming road trip.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki gets crucial injury update as playoffs draw near

The Los Angeles Dodgers have battled injury concerns throughout the season, but it seems as if a pitcher could be returning soon. Roki Sasaki is currently on the injured list due to a blister on his finger.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 27

Dodgers RHP Roki Sasaki headed to IL with blister

Just when the Los Angeles Dodgers thought their rotation was on the verge of being fully healthy, another starter is headed to the injured list. Right-hander

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27

Dodgers to place Roki Sasaki on injured list

The Dodgers will place Roki Sasaki on the 15-day injured list, manager Dave Roberts told reporters (relayed by Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic). The righty left tonight’s start at Truist Park with a blister on the middle finger of his throwing hand.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 19

Behind Roki Sasaki, Dodgers vie for series sweep of Rockies

The Los Angeles Dodgers were scuffling when they came to Colorado, however they can leave Denver with a sweep of the Rockies with a win on Wednesday. The Dodgers won the first two contests of the three-game set, recording an 11-5 victory on Monday night and a tense 7-6 decision on Tuesday night.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / July 30

Dodgers turn to improved Roki Sasaki in finale vs. Mariners

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Roki Sasaki has been much improved since the All-Star break and the right-hander has another chance to show it when he faces the visiting Seattle Mariners in the finale of a three-game series Thursday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27

Roki Sasaki had worrying reaction after being pulled from his start

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki had a concerning reaction after his rough start against the San Diego Padres on Friday night. Sasaki looked to be on the verge of tears after leaving Friday’s start at Petco Park in San Diego in the fifth inning.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / May 25