Sasaki's Return to Starter Role
Update: 2025-11-29
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Roki Sasaki, a 24-year-old Dodgers pitcher, returns to starting role after successful postseason as closer. He showed significant improvement in velocity and control during his time in the bullpen, consistently throwing pitches over 99 mph and reducing walks while increasing strikeouts. Despite a challenging regular season with a shoulder injury, Sasakis confident performances in high-pressure situations demonstrated his potential. However, his fastball velocity dipped slightly in the postseason, possibly due to fatigue. Looking ahead, Sasaki might incorporate a new pitch, a cutter, and a full offseason with the Dodgers should help him prepare for his role as a starter.
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