Sasaki Joining Dodgers

Sasaki: Joining Dodgers 'once-in-a-lifetime' chance

Roki Sasaki donned a No. 11 Los Angeles Dodgers jersey atop a makeshift stage Wednesday afternoon and called it the culmination of "an incredibly difficult decision."

ESPN - 9h

LA introduces Sasaki, who says Ohtani, Yamamoto didn't sway him

Sasaki said he prioritized joining a team that would embrace a Japanese player, but explained that there were other reasons why he ultimately chose the Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Roki Sasaki explains why he chose the Dodgers, what role Shohei Ohtani played in his decision

Donning a Dodgers uniform, Sasaki made his first public comments since making his MLB decision

CBS Sports - 16h

Dodgers announce deal with prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, who gets $6.5 million signing bonus

The Dodgers have announced their deal with prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, agreeing to a minor league contract with a $6.5 million signing bonus

ABC News - 22h

'They all wanted him here.' How Shohei Ohtani, other Dodgers helped recruit Roki Sasaki

Throughout Roki Sasaki's highly anticipated posting process and free agency, the Dodgers knew the main pillars they wanted their courtship to be built upon.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Dodgers strike again by signing Roki Sasaki, Blue Jays grab slugger Anthony Santander | Baseball Bar-B-Cast

Jake Mintz and Andy McCullough discuss Roki Sasaki and Tanner Scott joining the Dodgers, whether the team’s wild spending spree is good for the game, Anthony Santander signing with the Blue Jays ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Bills hold off Ravens; previewing Ohio State-Notre Dame CFP championship; Dodgers acquire Roki Sasaki

Buffalo will visit Kansas City and Philadelphia will host Washington on Championship Sunday

CBS Sports - 3d

Dodgers land closer Scott for $72M, sources say

Closer Tanner Scott and the Dodgers are in agreement on a four-year, $72 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Sunday.

ESPN - 3d

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki deal barely changed their 2025 World Series odds

The Dodgers still have roughly 3-to-1 odds to in the World Series.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

MLB investigation reportedly found no evidence of Roki Sasaki-Dodgers handshake deal before he was posted

There have been whispers Sasaki already had a deal with the Dodgers before getting posted.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Roki Sasaki joins Dodgers: MLB investigation finds no evidence of improper agreement, per report

Sasaki announced he was joining the Dodgers on Friday, reigniting conspiracy theories

CBS Sports - 4d

With Roki Sasaki, the Dodgers Further Separate Themselves

The defending World Series champs just added the favorite to win the N.L. Rookie of the Year award and one of the best pitchers in the world.

The New York Times - 5d

Japanese star Sasaki says he's joining Dodgers

Roki Sasaki, the prized Japanese pitching prospect who has had scouts drooling over his potential since high school, has chosen the Los Angeles Dodgers as his major league team, he announced on ...

ESPN - 5d

Letters to Sports: Dodgers keep getting richer with Roki Sasaki deal

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section weigh in on the Dodgers signing another star, the Chargers, NFL playoffs, UCLA men's basketball and Bob Uecker.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

What does the Dodgers' rotation look like with the addition of Roki Sasaki?

L.A. has assembled one of the more astonishing quintets of starting pitching talent the game has ever seen. But this group is not without questions and concerns.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Fantasy Baseball: Roki Sasaki signing a windfall for Dodgers but a trojan horse for drafters

The 23-year-old is an exceptional talent, but his immediate contributions in Fantasy may be limited

CBS Sports - 5d

Roki Sasaki signs with Dodgers: Japanese ace agrees to deal with World Series champs

The 23-year-old pitching phenom will reportedly get a $6.5 million signing bonus

CBS Sports - 5d

Prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki says he intends to sign with Los Angeles Dodgers

Prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki says in an Instagram post he intends to sign with the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers

ABC News - 5d

Dodgers flex Evil Empire might in signing Roki Sasaki and give rest of MLB reason to grumble — especially Jays, Padres

For Dodgers fans, it’s cause for celebration. For the rest of the league, it’s a disappointing conclusion and another reason to gripe and groan about the growing might of MLB’s new evil empire.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

What's next for Dodgers after Roki Sasaki signing? Focus shifts to bringing back mainstays, possible trades

The World Series champs have an absurdly deep rotation... and it doesn't currently include Clayton Kershaw

CBS Sports - 5d

Roki Sasaki contract: How MLB rules limit Japanese ace's Dodgers deal, and why he is worth much more

Sasaki is reportedly getting a $6.5 million signing bonus as he makes the jump to MLB

CBS Sports - 5d

Prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki says on Instagram post he intends to sign with Los Angeles Dodgers

ABC News - 5d

Star Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki chooses the Dodgers after frenzy for his signature

Roki Sasaki, a 23-year-old right-handed ace from Japan, signed with the MLB.

NBC News - 5d

Latest buzz on free agent Roki Sasaki: Japanese star chooses to sign with Dodgers

Here is the latest buzz surrounding Japanese free agent right-hander Roki Sasaki, who is expected to sign with an MLB team in January...

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Roki Sasaki says he's signing with Dodgers, giving them monster Japanese trio in rotation

The 23-year-old phenom is joining Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Jays add Straw, cash for Sasaki in Guardians deal

The Blue Jays acquired $2 million in international signing bonus pool money and outfielder Myles Straw in a trade with the Guardians on Friday.

ESPN - 5d

Batting Around: Of Roki Sasaki's three finalists, who needs him more, Dodgers, Padres or Blue Jays?

Sasaki has a week to make his decision

CBS Sports - Jan. 16

What we know as we await Roki Sasaki's decision

Starting this week, the coveted 23-year-old Japanese free agent can pick his team.

ESPN - Jan. 16

As Roki Sasaki waiting game begins, Dodgers explore trades for more signing bonus money

On Wednesday, MLB's 2025 international signing period opened, an annual date of significance in which top international amateur players can begin signing with MLB teams.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15

Sources: Dodgers, Pads, Jays are Sasaki finalists

The Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays are finalists to sign Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Monday, the same day the New York Yankees were ...

ESPN - Jan. 14

O Canada, Come Join Us

Perhaps Trump is not making a threat but offering an opportunity.

The New York Times - Jan. 11

Dodgers acquire pitcher Jose Vasquez from Twins for catcher Diego Cartaya

Cartaya played 93 games at Double-A Tulsa and Triple-A Oklahoma City last season. The 23-year-old Venezuelan had 66 home runs and 235 RBIs in 363 minor league games for the Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Dodgers trade Diego Cartaya, face potential arbitration hearing with Alex Vesia

The Dodgers protected Diego Cartaya, the crown jewel of their highly touted farm system, for years. Injuries and poor performance prompted a change.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

What does the Gavin Lux trade mean for the Dodgers and Reds in 2025?

Lux adds an above-average lefty bat to a Cincinnati lineup that needed a boost and clears some room in the Los Angeles infield.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Reds acquire infielder Lux from champion Dodgers

The Cincinnati Reds acquired veteran infielder Gavin Lux, 27, from the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, the teams announced Monday night, in exchange for a competitive balance Round A ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Dodgers trade Gavin Lux to Cincinnati Reds in wake of Hyeseong Kim signing

Days after signing Hyeseong Kim, the Dodgers trade Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for a competitive balance pick and prospect Mike Sorota.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7