In addition to his motivation in joining the Dodgers, Sasaki was asked about the impact both Ohtani and fellow Japanese star Yoshinobu Yamamoto had on his signing. He made it known it wasn't a priority to have Japanese teammates, but wanted to ensure he would be embraced by his new city.
Shohei Ohtani reportedly played a large role in starting pitcher Rōki Sasaki signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani was part of a contingent of
Roki Sasaki will be playing the 2025 MLB season with the Los Angeles Dodgers and will be the highest paid international prospect, as well as helping superstar Shohei Ohtani.
Get top local stories in San Diego delivered to you every morning. Sign up for NBC San Diego's News Headlines newsletter. “I hope you all will consider this,” Ohtani wrote.
FILE – Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is honored for being first MLB player to achieve 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season during the first inning of a ...
In some parts of San Diego ... and team him with fellow Japanese stars Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Yet for months, if not years, the Padres were seen as a close second in the race ...
The Detroit Tigers start their season on the road with an immediate test against the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers have a stacked roster, starting with pitcher and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani,
It's never easy facing top hitters on the mound and San ... Diego Padres ace Michael King's 2025 season could see several such matchups against the LA Dodgers and their fearsome hitting trio of ...
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King ... Roki Sasaki and Tanner Scott to their pitching staff. Three-time MVP Shohei Ohtani will also be on the mound after not pitching in the entire ...
Roki Sasaki speaks out on choosing the Los Angeles Dodgers and teaming up with Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
TOKYO (AP) — Shohei Ohtani and his wife Mamiko Tanaka are expecting their first child. Ohtani’s Los Angeles Dodgers teammate Mookie Betts has some advice. “He should get his sleep now ...