Roki Sasaki - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Dodgers deep dive found Roki Sasaki tipping pitches a couple ways Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts discussed how the team addressed Roki Sasaki's tells on the mound after a rough two-game stretch.

18 HOURS AGO • DODGERBLUE.COM

Roki Sasaki's final start of first half still leaves plenty of Dodgers questions for rest of 2026 Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Roki Sasaki's last outing of the first half left Dave Roberts and Co. with more questions than answers.

22 HOURS AGO • DODGERSWAY.COM

Bounces back with quality start Sasaki allowed three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out five over six innings in a no-decision versus the Rockies on Wednesday.

Impact Sasaki allowed home runs to Kyle Karros and Edouard Julien in the second inning but was otherwise effective in a baseline quality start. Entering Wednesday, Sasaki had allowed 19 runs over 17 innings across his previous four starts. The right-hander has pitched to a 5.33 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 80:33 K:BB through 81 innings over 16 starts this season. Homers have been a noticeable issue -- he's allowed 19 of them so far.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mookie Betts delivers a clutch 2-strike hit in the eighth as Dodgers beat Rockies 4-3

Mookie Betts singled in the go-ahead run with two strikes in the eighth inning, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Sends Message to Roki Sasaki Amid Struggles Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts sent a message to Roki Sasaki amid his recent struggles.

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

Dodgers Will Do 'Deep Dive' on Roki Sasaki as Struggles Continue Roki Sasaki has resorted back to some unfortunate trends, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to do a "deep dive" on his struggles.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Dodgers looking into Roki Sasaki potentially tipping pitches The Los Angeles Dodgers will do a deep dive into Roki Sasaki after concerns he may have been tipping pitches against the San Diego Padres.

6 DAYS AGO • DODGERBLUE.COM

"Dodgers shoulda signed Trevor Bauer" - Fans rip Roki Sasaki after another disappointing outing vs Padres After a solid start to his second season, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki is struggling on the mound.

JULY 3 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Another rough outing Thursday Sasaki allowed six runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out three batters over three innings in a no-decision against San Diego on Thursday.

Impact Sasaki's outing began ominously when the first batter he faced, Fernando Tatis, rocked him for a 116-mph double. That proved to be a precursor for what was to come, as the Padres pounded him for seven extra-base hits, including three homers. Manager Dave Roberts finally pulled the plug on Sasaki after three frames and a whopping 88 pitches. Sasaki was fortunate to escape with a no-decision since the Dodgers' offense exploded for 12 runs, but it was unquestionably a troubling outing by the Japanese hurler, who has now given up 19 runs over his past four starts spanning 17 innings. After the game, Roberts said that Sasaki will make his next start but indicated that the team will do a "deep dive" into the pitcher to determine what went wrong, including trying to determine if he was tipping his pitches, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers erase early 6-run deficit and win 12-7 to extend Padres' losing streak

Dalton Rushing tied career highs with four hits and four RBIs as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied from an early six-run deficit for a 12-7 victory over the skidding San Diego Padres

JULY 3 • Associated Press

Padres look to stop 4-game losing streak, take on the Dodgers

The San Diego Padres look to stop their four-game losing streak with a win against the Los Angeles Dodgers

JULY 2 • Associated Press

Dodgers' Dave Roberts 'Surprised' With Roki Sasaki's Sudden Struggles Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts weighed in on Roki Sasaki struggling on the mound again this season.

JULY 1 • SI.COM

Viral Roki Sasaki clip reignites Dodgers fans' frustrations as struggles return Los Angeles Dodgers fans are rightfully concerned that Roki Sasaki will crumble in the postseason when the pressure rises.

JUNE 29 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Roki Sasaki describes weird feeling that impacted start vs. Padres Los Angeles Dodgers' Roki Sasaki explained what went wrong with his mechanics during Friday's start against the San Diego Padres.

JUNE 28 • DODGERBLUE.COM

"Crying is not weak";"Needs mental health support" - Fans defend Roki Sasaki after criticism over tearful breakdown in Padres loss Much was expected of Roki Sasaki when he joined the LA Dodgers ahead of the 2025 season.

JUNE 28 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Roki Sasaki's Interest in Joining Padres Wasn't Genuine, Says Padres Star One of the Padres stars believes that Roki Sasaki never planned on signing with San Diego even though he visited.

JUNE 27 • SI.COM

Lacks control in loss Sasaki (3-5) allowed three runs on three hits, five walks and a hit batsman while striking out two over four-plus innings to take the loss versus the Padres on Friday.

Impact The five walks matched his season high. Sasaki has regressed heavily in recent starts, giving up 13 runs over his last 14 innings, including four home runs. The right-hander is now at a 4.88 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 72:30 K:BB over 72 innings through 14 starts. Sasaki's strikeout upside is a plus, as is a lineup that can often give him enough run support to cover up mistakes. He'll look to get back on track in his next start, which is tentatively scheduled to be a rematch at home versus the Padres next week.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Padres Release Lineup for Series Opener vs Roki Sasaki, Dodgers The San Diego Padres' lineup, pitching matchups and how to watch Friday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

JUNE 26 • SI.COM

Padres host the Dodgers in first of 3-game series

The San Diego Padres open a three-game series at home against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday

JUNE 26 • Associated Press

Dodgers Notes: Shohei Ohtani Leaves Team, Blockbuster Trade Idea, Wild Roki Sasaki Comparison Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani left the team for a personal matter, a blockbuster trade idea is seen and a wild Roki Sasaki com...

JUNE 20 • SI.COM

Yields two homers Friday Sasaki allowed three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out six over 5.2 innings in a no-decision Friday versus the Orioles.

Impact Sasaki improved compared to his last outing, a seven-run meltdown versus the White Sox. It wasn't enough to earn the win, as the Dodgers needed a comeback in the ninth inning to steal this victory. Sasaki has done a decent job of run prevention lately, allowing no more than three runs in seven of his last eight outings. He's at a 4.76 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 70:25 K:BB through 68 innings over 13 starts this season. Sasaki's next outing is projected to be on the road in San Diego.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

A ninth-inning throwing error lifts the Dodgers past the Orioles 6-5

The Los Angeles Dodgers rallied past the Baltimore Orioles 6-5

JUNE 20 • Associated Press

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki Earns Wild Comparison to All-Star Flamethrower The Dodgers' vice president of pitching compared Roki Sasaki to a veteran closer.

JUNE 20 • SI.COM

Dodgers play the Orioles in first of 3-game series

The Los Angeles Dodgers begin a three-game series at home against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday

JUNE 19 • Associated Press

Dodgers Pitching Guru Explains Roki Sasaki's Biggest Change That's Led to Breakout Roki Sasaki is a different pitcher in 2026 than 2025, and the Dodgers' vice president of pitching believes his evolution stems from a new un...

JUNE 19 • SI.COM

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