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On YouTubeLos Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 3
Roki Sasaki Clarifies Process Behind World Baseball Classic Decision
LOS ANGELES — When all 20 team rosters for the 2026 World Baseball Classic are announced, the Los Angeles Dodgers will have two representatives on Team Japan and five overall participants.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 2
Dodgers Decided Against Roki Sasaki Pitching In 2026 World Baseball Classic
Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto are set to represent Samurai Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, but they won’t be joined by Los Angeles Dodgers teammate Roki Sasaki this time around.
The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31
Dodgers star claims L.A. blocked him from playing in World Baseball Classic
One Los Angeles Dodgers star said the team prevented him from playing in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, leaving him with no say in the matter.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / January 28
Dodgers Starter Could Learn a Third Pitch Before Opening Day
Spring training is just two weeks away for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 40-man roster is loaded, and space is at a premium. The starting rotation seems destined to remain a six-man operation, with Roki Sasaki joining it.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 28
Insider provides latest update on Roki Sasaki’s World Baseball Classic participation
With the World Baseball Classic rapidly approaching, fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers have been openly wondering if Roki Sasaki, the team’s soon-to-be second-year pitcher, will join Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto on Team Japan.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 28
Dave Roberts Identifies Biggest Key for Roki Sasaki to Develop With Dodgers
Roki Sasaki went into the 2025 season with plenty of fanfare but fell well short of expectations. Projected to be the next Los Angeles Dodgers' Rookie of the Year winner, Sasaki instead struggled through most of his first eight starts before landing on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 26
Roki Sasaki & Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Statuses Decided for World Baseball Classic 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers get to enjoy more of a normal Spring Training this year after having a truncated schedule the past two seasons because of playing an opening series internationally.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / January 16
Blue Jays Land Three Prospects at Start of International Signing Period
Last year the Toronto Blue Jays went all in on a pursuit of Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki during the international signing period. The unique situation allowed Sasaki to be shopped as an international free agent, as opposed to being posted through the NPB system.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / January 15
Dodgers international signing period headlined by Rubel Arias, Ezequiel Melbourne 
Last year the Dodgers international signing period was dominated by the signing for Roki Sasaki, the pitching sensation from Japan who signed for $6.5 million and started his career in the major leagues.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 2
Roki Sasaki Working Hard To Contribute More In 2026
Roki Sasaki faced lofty expectations in his first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but early struggles and a right shoulder injury prevented him from finding any sort of a rhythm.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 28
2025 Dodgers season review: Roki Sasaki
To understand Roki Sasaki’s rookie campaign, one must understand the notion of wabi sabi (embracing the beauty of imperfection), which was first popularized to American audiences through the seminal animated hit King of the Hill.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 23
Dodgers Insider reveals how Roki Sasaki can make a massive impact in 2026
In 2025, Roki Sasaki had one of the more unusual rookie seasons in recent Los Angeles Dodgers memory. After being the most in-demand international free
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 11
Dodgers Pitcher Won't Play for Japan in World Baseball Classic: Report
Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki will not participate for Team Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The decision, reported by Japanese outlet Chunichi, comes after Sasaki's up-and-down rookie season in Major League Baseball.
MLB News / Just Baseball / December 10
2025 Topps Chrome Update Preview
2025 Topps Chrome Update is the final flagship release of 2025 featuring the illustrious rookie debut patch autos and other high-value rookie auto cards.
MLB News / Just Baseball / December 10
Four Ways the Dodgers Can Further ‘Ruin Baseball’ This Winter
Fresh off consecutive World Series titles, and several offseasons adding star-caliber talent, many believe the Los Angeles Dodgers are ruining baseball.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Dodgers GM confirms Roki Sasaki plan for 2026 after closer experiment
The Los Angeles Dodgers made their intentions clear from the moment they entered the Winter Meetings. They made their biggest move early, landing the best
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 8
Roki Sasaki On Preliminary Team Japan Roster For 2026 World Baseball Classic
Although the Los Angeles Dodgers will have a more traditional Spring Training in 2026 due to not beginning the regular season internationally, it is going to include some of their players participating in the World Baseball Classic.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 13
Roki Sasaki Returning To Dodgers Rotation For 2026 Season
The Los Angeles Dodgers worked to temper expectations after signing Roki Sasaki during the offseason, but their efforts were ill-fated. Sasaki faced lofty projections, including some that predicted he would become the Dodgers’ latest National League Rookie of the Year winner.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 6
Three questions facing the Los Angeles Dodgers this offseason
The Los Angeles Dodgers accomplished something that had not happened since 1999 — becoming back-to-back World Series champions.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 9
Roki Sasaki becomes the glue for the Dodgers pitching staff in triumph over Phillies
Sasaki had already been a hero this postseason, bringing stability to the closer’s role. But this time, he really outdid himself.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / October 8
Dodgers' solution for closer woes is unexpected, but brilliant
The ninth inning has been a concern for the Los Angeles Dodgers since closer Kenley Jansen departed in free agency following the 2021 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 8
Dodgers make bold decision on closer role for rest of postseason
If they beat the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday, they will advance to the National League Championship Series for the second time in two seasons.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Just Baseball / October 8
Roki Sasaki Is Embracing His New Role With the Dodgers
As Roki Sasaki walked off the mound on May 9, it appeared his season may have been over. He had just given up five runs over 4.0 IP, failing to record a strikeout while allowing two home runs in the process.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7
Dodgers make notable announcement about Roki Sasaki
Roki Sasaki is very much on the come-up right now. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts spoke with reporters on Tuesday and revealed that the right-hander Sasaki will be the team’s primary option at closer moving forward, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 7
Dave Roberts names young ace as Dodgers' 'primary option' in save situations
Roberts hedged on calling the rookie righty his full-time closer, noting that they can’t ask him to pitch in every game.
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