Roki Sasaki explains why he chose the Dodgers, what role Shohei Ohtani played in his decision
The Dodgers introduced right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki to the Los Angeles media on Wednesday, holding a press conference at Dodger Stadium. Just last week, Sasaki agreed to join the Dodgers after an extensive free-agent recruitment process that included multiple meetings with the Toronto Blue Jays and San Diego Padres.
Roki Sasaki downplays Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto's role in $6,500,000 Dodgers move
The introductory press conference of Roki Sasaki at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday was attended by several members of the media who were busy finding the reason why the Japanese ace might have decided on
Roki Sasaki's first Dodgers presser made painfully clear why he spurned the Padres
Right until the very end, the San Diego Padres thought they had a real shot at landing Roki Sasaki, doing everything possible — from giving him a star-studded tour of the city to ensuring they had as much international bonus pool money as possible — to give themselves the edge over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Ohtani informed the Los Angeles Dodgers they had landed prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki
Shohei Ohtani broke the news to the Los Angeles Dodgers that prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki was joining the team. Ohtani sent a text to Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman even before Sasaki's agent informed the club.
Roki Sasaki's surprising revelation about Ohtani and Yamamoto's key role in his Dodgers decision
Roki Sasaki, MLB’s rising star, reveals how Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto played a pivotal role in his decision to join the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Los Angeles Dodgers have bolstered their pitching rotation with the addition of promising Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki.
Roki Sasaki Shockingly Denies Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto Impacted His Decision to Join Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers signing Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki was nothing short of a Hollywood blockbuster. The post Roki Sasaki Shockingly Denies Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto Impacted His Decision to Join Dodgers appeared first on EssentiallySports.
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Padres Lose Roki Sasaki to Dodgers in Devastating Loss for San Diego
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Padres watch as Roki Sasaki signs with Dodgers. Where does San Diego turn now?
With ownership turmoil and no offseason additions, the Padres must figure out how to contend without the Japanese phenom they ...
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Padres reportedly among the 3 finalists for coveted Japanese hurler
The San Diego Padres ... led to the Dodgers signing Yoshinobu Yamamoto to a 12-year, $325 million contract. Earlier Monday, Mike Axisa of CBS Sports ranked San Diego No. 1 among the then ...
THE SAN DIEGO PADRES ARE IN ROKI SASAKI'S FINAL THREE!
The San Diego Padres are one of the final three teams being considered by Japanese pitching phenom Roki Sasaki.
Roki Sasaki Reveals Motivation in Signing With Dodgers Over Padres, Blue Jays, Others
In addition to his motivation in joining the Dodgers, Sasaki was asked about the impact both Ohtani and fellow Japanese star ...
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto Was ‘Instrumental’ To Roki Sasaki Signing With Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been on an unprecedented stretch that dates back to last offseason when they signed Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu ... also included the San Diego Padres and Toronto ...
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Prized Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki says in an Instagram post he intends to sign with the World Series ...
Roki Sasaki Had Second Meeting With Padres in San Diego in Massive Development
The San Diego Padres have received another Roki Sasaki meeting. As the sweepstakes intensify, teams are already being told ...
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Padres To Sign Top International Prospects Jhoan De La Cruz, Carlos Alvarez
The Padres are finalizing deals with a pair of Dominican prospects and could be out of the Roki Sasaki race. Read more at MLB ...