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The rival the Dodgers fear most in their bid to win the World Series again

This week, the MLB Division Series matchups will be played. The Los Angeles Dodgers overcame the Wild Card Round after defeating the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, October 1, by a score of 8-4. Dave Roberts and company know that they have enough weapons to continue their march towards the World Series, however, the upcoming opponent represents one of their greatest fears.As a summary of the game, Yoshinobu Yamamoto struck out nine and worked into the seventh inning for Los Angeles, who scored four times in the sixth inning to beat Cincinnati. A day after hitting five home runs to tie the franchise record in the playoffs and win 10-5 in the first game of the Wild Card Series, the Dodgers eliminated the Reds with short hits and a total of 13 hits.Shohei Ohtani nasty breaking ball strikes out Red slugger […]

Roki Sasaki convinces Dave Roberts: he will need him in the playoffs

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts would need Roki Sasaki among his pitchers for the MLB Playoffs. The Japanese player is looking to be one of the pawns with which the manager will play this postseason, which will formally begin tomorrow, October 1, against the Cincinnati Reds, who have slipped into the next phase of the league after almost six years.Los Dodgers also had decisions to make in the bullpen. A day before the rosters were finalized, Dave Roberts shared that right-hander Gus Varland was expected to be part of the postseason bullpen. Ryan Yarbrough and Emmet Sheehan were also scheduled to move from the rotation to the bullpen for this series.Dodgers star Clayton Kershaw shares emotional moment blowing kiss to family in the standsDodgers did not have Roki Sasaki for months due to injuryAfter beginning the regular season as […]

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Roki Sasaki’s comeback faces uphill battle amid Dodgers’ deep pitching rotation

Roki Sasaki , once celebrated as one of Japan's most promising pitching phenoms, is now under intense scrutiny as he navigates the challenging transition to Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Los Angeles Dodgers . After an initial debut that showed flashes of his potential, Sasaki's recent struggles on the mound have raised concerns among fans and the Dodgers' management alike.Shohei Ohtani makes two terrible mistakes that cost the Los Angeles Dodgers a loss to the Blue JaysHis MLB journey began with much excitement, especially after his debut in Tokyo where his raw talent was on full display. Known for his blazing fastball and sharp breaking pitches, Sasaki seemed destined for greatness. However, the reality of competing in MLB's demanding environment has been tougher than anticipated. In his first outing at Dodger Stadium, Sasaki struggled with control issues, walking four […]

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The Mets go ahead and travel to Japan in search of baseball’s new jewel Munetaka Murakami

In a move that has caught the attention of those inside and outside of MLB, the New York Mets have sent their president of baseball operations, David Stearns, to Japan to closely evaluate Munetaka Murakami, star of the Yakult Swallows. The visit comes at a key time, as the Japanese player could become a free agent at the end of the season, opening a window of opportunity for New York.Murakami, at 25 years of age, is already a well-established figure in the Japanese league despite a 2025 season marked by injuries, his offensive track record keeps him among the top international targets. With a batting average of over .270, more than 240 career home runs and a reputation as one of the best power hitters in Asia, the Japanese could be the piece the Mets need to strengthen their lineup.Shohei […]

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Roki Sasaki injury update: The Japanese pitcher has provided an update on his recovery

Los Angeles Dodgers have had a season full of injuries, especially in their pitching staff. However, little by little, the good news is beginning to arrive. The return of Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow is now joined by the recovery of promising Japanese rookie Roki Sasaki, who is emerging as a key piece in the rotation for the remainder of the campaign.Sasaki, who has not played in an official game since May 13 due to a shoulder injury, has begun pitching against real batters as part of his rehabilitation process. His return is getting closer and he himself has confirmed that he feels in good shape.Dodgers Roki Sasak's first home game wasn't as planned and ended up crying after just 62 pitches"I'm pain-free": Roki Sasaki excites Dodgers fansIn a recent interview with SportsNet LA, Sasaki expressed calmness and optimism about […]

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Dave Roberts optimistic about Roki Sasaki’s return to the mound

The Los Angeles Dodgers have received several positive news that restores optimism in their current campaign with the imminent return of three important pitchers to the mound. After Tuesday's game, manager Dave Roberts shared promising updates, highlighting that the long-awaited Roki Sasaki would already be back, while veterans Blake Treinen and Blake Snell are ready to face hitters after their respective injuries.Yankees slugger almost knocks out a catcher after a wild collision at the plateThe biggest news revolves around Roki Sasaki, the Japanese jewel whose arrival in Major League Baseball has generated enormous excitement. Sasaki has been out since May, spending nearly 60 days on the injured list due to shoulder impingement tears. During his rehabilitation, there were serious doubts about whether he could even make his MLB debut this season, frustrating a fan base that was eagerly looking forward […]

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An impossible feat for Ohtani and all of Japan: the strange record that an umpire denied a Dodgers pitcher

Immaculate innings are one of the rarest occurrences in Major League Baseball. To give you an idea, of the 11,690 pitchers who have worked at least one inning in the history of the American circuit, only 0.009% have achieved such a feat. That's 107 pitchers with a perfect inning: nine pitches, nine strikes and three strikeoutsIn recent years, there have always been cases of immaculate innings. In fact, to find a season without one of these episodes, we have to go back in time to 2005, two decades agoSkenes goes viral over confusing look at DunneSince 2006, a chain of 20 consecutive campaigns has been linked with at least one perfect entry. The streak was already extended in 2025, as on May 18, Miami Marlins right-hander Cal Quantrill struck out Jonathan Aranda, Christopher Morel and Kameron Misner of the Tampa […]

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Dave Roberts confirms the severity of Sasaki’s injury: “We have to plan for life without him”

Los Angeles Dodgers have recovered their star, Shoei Ohtani, but they are still far from being able to count on the full roster. Recently, Roki Sasaki has suffered a new injury that has forced him to suspend his pitching training.The outlook for the young Japanese pitcher is not encouraging, as according to information from Dave Roberts himself, manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the team is preparing to be able to move on without Sasaki for the rest of the 2025 season:Bobby Witt Jr. goes full 'Superman' with jaw-dropping viral catch in MLB showdownWe have to plan life without him, at least this yearRobertsThis confirms what many fans and experts already predicted, that Sasaki's injury would be a serious matter. After some weeks of positive reports on his rehabilitation process, Roberts revealed that Sasaki has stopped pitching altogether due to […]

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With Ohtani back, the Dodgers are looking to bolster their rotation with Alcantara as their first choice

The Los Angeles Dodgers remain one of the most competitive teams in MLB, with a solid 43-29 record. This is even more impressive considering the multiple losses they have had during the season, from key injuries to a drop in offensive performance from Shohei Ohtani.Now that the Japanese seems to have regained his offensive level and is preparing to return as a pitcher, the team's focus seems to be on further strengthening its starting rotation.Bobby Witt Jr. goes full 'Superman' with jaw-dropping viral catch in MLB showdownAccording to information from journalist Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Dodgers are interested in Sandy Alcantara, a pitcher for the Miami Marlins and winner of the 2022 Cy Young Award.Who is Sandy Alcantara?The Dominican pitcher Sandy Alcantara is recovering from Tommy John surgery performed in 2023 and, although his first outings in 2024 […]

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Dodgers update information on Roki Sasaki’s health status

At the beginning of the year, the Los Angeles Dodgers introduced Roki Sasaki as the great revelation in MLB and as the great jewel of the Japanese market to debut in the United States. However, at 23 years of age, it is difficult to assimilate the media role that the Angelenos' management and the league itself generated around the Japanese pitcher. However, an injury in his first appearances has made it difficult for him to demonstrate why he arrived with such great expectations.Shohei Ohtani dozed off during the Dodgers 18-2 blowout win over the YankeesIt is worth noting that the reigning champions go as leaders of the National League West Division when they face the San Francisco Giants in a three-game series that begins on Friday, June 13. This will be the second of three consecutive divisional series the Dodgers […]

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